Chauni - Bageshwar
Chauni is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Nayal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauni is 051012. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.85 hectares and falls under the 263619 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauni
As per Census 2011, Chauni village has a total population of 12 people, consisting of 5 males and 7 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 1,400 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 6 literate and 6 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Chauni
Chauni 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 Chauni
Public transport in the Chauni is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Chauni is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauni 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 Chauni
Where is Chauni located?
Chauni village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauni is Nayal.
What is the pincode of Chauni?
The pincode of Chauni is 263619.
What is the population of Chauni?
Chauni has a total population of 12, including 5 males and 7 females.
How many households are there in Chauni?
There are 4 households in Chauni.
What is the literacy rate in Chauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauni is 50.00%. Male literacy is 60.00% and female literacy is 42.86%.