Chaukuna - Jainti, Almora
Chaukuna is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chaukana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaukuna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaukuna is 053519. The village covers a total geographical area of 162.32 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Chaukuna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaukuna
According to the 2011 Census, Chaukuna village had a total population of 386 people, including 196 males and 190 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.21%, with male literacy at 91.46% and female literacy at 49.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 386 | 196 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 231 | 150 | 81 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 46 | 109 |
Nearby Villages of Chaukuna
Chaukuna is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Chaukuna
Chaukuna is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Chaukuna is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaukuna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaukuna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaukuna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaukuna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaukuna
Where is Chaukuna located?
Chaukuna village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaukuna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukuna is Chaukana.
What is the pincode of Chaukuna?
The pincode of Chaukuna is 263626.
What is the population of Chaukuna?
Chaukuna had a total population of 386, including 196 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Chaukuna?
Chaukuna had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukuna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaukuna was 70.21%. Male literacy was 91.46% and female literacy was 49.09%.