Chouhana - Bageshwar
Chouhana is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Chauhna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chouhana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chouhana is 050978. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.96 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 11 km away.
Chouhana 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 Chouhana
As per Census 2011, Chouhana village has a total population of 360 people, consisting of 192 males and 168 females. The village has 71 households and a sex ratio of 875 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 105 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chouhana are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 360 | 192 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 17 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 168 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 105 | 24 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Chouhana
Chouhana 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 Chouhana
Chouhana 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 >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 Chouhana is about 11 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 Chouhana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chouhana 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chouhana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chouhana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chouhana
Where is Chouhana located?
Chouhana village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chouhana?
The Gram Panchayat of Chouhana is Chauhna.
What is the pincode of Chouhana?
The pincode of Chouhana is 263642.
What is the population of Chouhana?
Chouhana has a total population of 360, including 192 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Chouhana?
There are 71 households in Chouhana.
What is the literacy rate in Chouhana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chouhana is 70.83%. Male literacy is 87.50% and female literacy is 51.79%.