Chaien
Chaien is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Chain is the gram panchayat of Chaien village.
Here you can discover what makes Chaien unique in its vibrant Joshimath-Chamoli region. You’ll see Chaien’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chaien
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chaien is 040816. The village spans a total geographical area of 190.68 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246443. Joshimath is nearest town to Chaien village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Chaien
Population of Chaien
According to the 2011 Census, Chaien has a total population of about 516, with approximately 276 males and 240 females. The sex ratio is around 869 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 88 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 161 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.87%, with male literacy at about 80.07% and female literacy near 64.58%. There are around 118 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chaien's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 516 | 276 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 376 | 221 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 55 | 85 |
Connectivity of Chaien
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chaien. As per the 2011 stats, Chaien had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chaien
Knowing the nearby villages of Chaien helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chaien.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chaien
- Where is Chaien located?
- Chaien village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chaien?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chaien is Chain (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chaien?
- The pincode of Chaien is 246443, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chaien as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chaien is 516, with 276 males and 240 females.
- How many households are there in Chaien as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chaien village has a total of 118 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chaien as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chaien is 72.87%. The male literacy rate is 80.07%, while the female literacy rate is 64.58%.