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.

Chaien has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Chaien

Below is a concise population overview of Chaien as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chaien village:

  • The total population of Chaien village is around 516, including approximately 276 males and 240 females, with a sex ratio of 869 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 88 children aged 0–6 years in Chaien village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chaien village has 161 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chaien village is about 72.87%, with male literacy at 80.07% and female literacy at 64.58%.
  • There are around 118 households in Chaien village.

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.

Arurhi Paturi Bhyudar Pandukaswar Pail Chak Bhyudar Toli Laga Chiae Urgam Bharkichak Urgam Bheta Chak Urgam Lyari Thana Salna Chak Urgam Hailang

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%.