Chondi - Pokhari, Chamoli
Chondi is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Choundi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chondi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chondi is 041178. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.92 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Chondi 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 Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chondi
According to the 2011 Census, Chondi village had a total population of 277 people, including 130 males and 147 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,131 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.30%, with male literacy at 99.12% and female literacy at 80.62%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 277 | 130 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 217 | 113 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 17 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Chondi
Chondi 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 Chondi
Chondi 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 >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 Karnaprayag to Chondi is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Chondi is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chondi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chondi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chondi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chondi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chondi
Where is Chondi located?
Chondi village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chondi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chondi is Choundi.
What is the pincode of Chondi?
The pincode of Chondi is 246473.
What is the population of Chondi?
Chondi had a total population of 277, including 130 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Chondi?
Chondi had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chondi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chondi was 89.30%. Male literacy was 99.12% and female literacy was 80.62%.