Vaan
Vaan is a village located in Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 48km away from sub-district headquarter Tharali (tehsildar office) and 140km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Van is the gram panchayat of Vaan village.
Vaan 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 Vaan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Vaan is 041774. The village spans a total geographical area of 543.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246427. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Vaan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 94km away.
Google Map of Vaan
Population of Vaan
Below is a concise population overview of Vaan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,371 | 694 | 677 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 118 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 218 | 111 | 107 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 891 | 506 | 385 |
| Illiterate Population | 480 | 188 | 292 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Vaan village:
- The total population of Vaan village is around 1,371, including approximately 694 males and 677 females, with a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 220 children aged 0–6 years in Vaan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Vaan village has 218 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Vaan village is about 64.99%, with male literacy at 72.91% and female literacy at 56.87%.
- There are around 259 households in Vaan village.
Connectivity of Vaan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Vaan. As per the 2011 stats, Vaan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Vaan
Knowing the nearby villages of Vaan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Vaan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Vaan
- Where is Vaan located?
- Vaan village is situated in Tharali Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Vaan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Vaan is Van (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Vaan?
- The pincode of Vaan is 246427, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Vaan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Vaan is 1,371, with 694 males and 677 females.
- How many households are there in Vaan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Vaan village has a total of 259 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Vaan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Vaan is 64.99%. The male literacy rate is 72.91%, while the female literacy rate is 56.87%.