Chauna - Ranikhet, Almora
Chauna is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauna is 052534. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.12 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Chauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauna
According to the 2011 Census, Chauna village had a total population of 368 people, including 147 males and 221 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,503 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.39%, with male literacy at 98.29% and female literacy at 72.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 143.
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 | 368 | 147 | 221 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 30 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 143 | 60 | 83 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 115 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 32 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Chauna
Chauna 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 Chauna
Chauna 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 >10 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 Ranikhet to Chauna is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chauna is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauna village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauna village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chauna
Where is Chauna located?
Chauna village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauna is Chuna.
What is the pincode of Chauna?
The pincode of Chauna is 263645.
What is the population of Chauna?
Chauna had a total population of 368, including 147 males and 221 females.
How many households are there in Chauna?
Chauna had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauna was 82.39%. Male literacy was 98.29% and female literacy was 72.28%.