Choni - Bageshwar
Choni is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Gwarbhilkote serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choni is 051077. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.05 hectares and falls under the 263628 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Choni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choni
As per Census 2011, Choni village has a total population of 76 people, consisting of 36 males and 40 females. The village has 20 households and a sex ratio of 1,111 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 33 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 10 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 24 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 12 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Choni
Choni 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 Choni
Public transport in the Choni 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 Bageshwar to Choni is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choni 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 Choni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choni 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 Choni
Where is Choni located?
Choni village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choni?
The Gram Panchayat of Choni is Gwarbhilkote.
What is the pincode of Choni?
The pincode of Choni is 263628.
What is the population of Choni?
Choni has a total population of 76, including 36 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Choni?
There are 20 households in Choni.
What is the literacy rate in Choni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choni is 56.58%. Male literacy is 66.67% and female literacy is 47.50%.