Vaan - Dewal, Chamoli
Vaan is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from Tharali and around 140 km from Gopeshwar. Van serves as the Gram Panchayat for Vaan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Vaan is 041774. The village covers a total geographical area of 543.94 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Vaan 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 Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Vaan
According to the 2011 Census, Vaan village had a total population of 1,371 people, including 694 males and 677 females, living in 259 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.41%, with male literacy at 87.85% and female literacy at 66.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 218.
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 | 1,371 | 694 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 111 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 891 | 506 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 188 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Vaan
Vaan 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 Vaan
Vaan 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 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 Karnaprayag to Vaan is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Vaan is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Vaan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Vaan 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 Vaan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Vaan 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 Vaan
Where is Vaan located?
Vaan village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Vaan?
The Gram Panchayat of Vaan is Van.
What is the pincode of Vaan?
The pincode of Vaan is 246427.
What is the population of Vaan?
Vaan had a total population of 1,371, including 694 males and 677 females.
How many households are there in Vaan?
Vaan had 259 households.
What is the literacy rate in Vaan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Vaan was 77.41%. Male literacy was 87.85% and female literacy was 66.96%.