Chandani - Poornagiri, Champawat
Chandani is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Chandani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandani is 054453. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.46 hectares and falls under the 262310 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chandani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandani
As per Census 2011, Chandani village has a total population of 2,629 people, consisting of 1,465 males and 1,164 females. The village has 821 households and a sex ratio of 794 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,016 literate and 613 illiterate residents. Additionally, 368 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 64 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,629 | 1,465 | 1,164 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 194 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 205 | 163 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 64 | 39 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 2,016 | 1,200 | 816 |
| Illiterate Population | 613 | 265 | 348 |
Nearby Villages of Chandani
Chandani 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 Chandani
Public transport in the Chandani is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Chandani.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanakpur to Chandani is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Chandani 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 Chandani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chandani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandani village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandani
Where is Chandani located?
Chandani village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandani?
Chandani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandani?
The pincode of Chandani is 262310.
What is the population of Chandani?
Chandani has a total population of 2,629, including 1,465 males and 1,164 females.
How many households are there in Chandani?
There are 821 households in Chandani.
What is the literacy rate in Chandani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandani is 76.68%. Male literacy is 81.91% and female literacy is 70.10%.