Aind - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Aind is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. End serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aind village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aind is 041284. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.24 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Aind village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Aind
According to the 2011 Census, Aind village had a total population of 162 people, including 65 males and 97 females, living in 43 households. The sex ratio was 1,492 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.62%, with male literacy at 98.28% and female literacy at 77.27%.
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 | 162 | 65 | 97 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 7 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 57 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 8 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Aind
Aind 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 Aind
Aind 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 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 Aind is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Aind is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aind
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aind 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Aind
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aind 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 Aind
Where is Aind located?
Aind village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Aind?
The Gram Panchayat of Aind is End.
What is the pincode of Aind?
The pincode of Aind is 246444.
What is the population of Aind?
Aind had a total population of 162, including 65 males and 97 females.
How many households are there in Aind?
Aind had 43 households.
What is the literacy rate in Aind?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aind was 85.62%. Male literacy was 98.28% and female literacy was 77.27%.