Chilniya - Pati, Champawat
Chilniya is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Chilniya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilniya is 054012. The village covers a total geographical area of 313.01 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Chilniya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chilniya
According to the 2011 Census, Chilniya village had a total population of 592 people, including 298 males and 294 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.88%, with male literacy at 95.45% and female literacy at 64.17%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 592 | 298 | 294 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 110 | 56 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 385 | 231 | 154 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 67 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Chilniya
Chilniya 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 Chilniya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chilniya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Chilniya is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Chilniya is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilniya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilniya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chilniya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilniya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chilniya
Where is Chilniya located?
Chilniya village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chilniya?
Chilniya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chilniya?
The pincode of Chilniya is 262561.
What is the population of Chilniya?
Chilniya had a total population of 592, including 298 males and 294 females.
How many households are there in Chilniya?
Chilniya had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilniya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilniya was 79.88%. Male literacy was 95.45% and female literacy was 64.17%.