Chauni - Kanda, Bageshwar
Chauni is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Bhadrakali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauni is 050775. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.41 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chauni 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 Chauni
According to the 2011 Census, Chauni village had a total population of 34 people, including 14 males and 20 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 1,429 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.10%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 77.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 7 | 1 | 6 |
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 >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 Chauni is about 40 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chauni
Where is Chauni located?
Chauni village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauni is Bhadrakali.
What is the pincode of Chauni?
The pincode of Chauni is 263631.
What is the population of Chauni?
Chauni had a total population of 34, including 14 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Chauni?
Chauni had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauni was 87.10%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 77.78%.