Chaien - Joshimath, Chamoli
Chaien is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Chain serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaien village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaien is 040816. The village covers a total geographical area of 190.68 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chaien village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaien
According to the 2011 Census, Chaien village had a total population of 516 people, including 276 males and 240 females, living in 118 households. The sex ratio was 870 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.85%, with male literacy at 96.93% and female literacy at 77.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 161.
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 | 516 | 276 | 240 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 88 | 48 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 161 | 82 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 376 | 221 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 55 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Chaien
Chaien 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 Chaien
Chaien is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| 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 Joshimath to Chaien is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Chaien is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaien
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaien village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaien
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaien 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 Chaien
Where is Chaien located?
Chaien village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaien?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaien is Chain.
What is the pincode of Chaien?
The pincode of Chaien is 246443.
What is the population of Chaien?
Chaien had a total population of 516, including 276 males and 240 females.
How many households are there in Chaien?
Chaien had 118 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaien?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaien was 87.85%. Male literacy was 96.93% and female literacy was 77.50%.