Chakna Gaon - Kanda, Bageshwar
Chakna Gaon is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Bhandarigaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakna Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakna Gaon is 050827. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.78 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Chakna Gaon 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakna Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chakna Gaon village had a total population of 49 people, including 21 males and 28 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,333 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.09%, with male literacy at 94.44% and female literacy at 76.92%.
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 | 49 | 21 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 4 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Chakna Gaon
Chakna Gaon 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 Chakna Gaon
Public transport in the Chakna Gaon 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 Chakna Gaon is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakna Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakna Gaon 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 km |
Health Facilities in Chakna Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakna Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakna Gaon
Where is Chakna Gaon located?
Chakna Gaon village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chakna Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakna Gaon is Bhandarigaon.
What is the pincode of Chakna Gaon?
The pincode of Chakna Gaon is 263631.
What is the population of Chakna Gaon?
Chakna Gaon had a total population of 49, including 21 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Chakna Gaon?
Chakna Gaon had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakna Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakna Gaon was 84.09%. Male literacy was 94.44% and female literacy was 76.92%.