Chunho - Kalsi, Dehradun
Chunho is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 92 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Bagi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunho village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunho is 044960. The village covers a total geographical area of 143.5 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chunho village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chunho
As per Census 2011, Chunho village has a total population of 26 people, consisting of 11 males and 15 females. The village has 5 households and a sex ratio of 1,363 females per 1,000 males. The village has 8 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunho are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 7 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Chunho
Chunho is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Pingiri | North-West | 0.76 km |
| Munshi | West | 1.09 km |
| Bansu | East | 1.17 km |
| Bago | South-East | 1.35 km |
| Kamla | North | 1.43 km |
| Gaski | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Bihar | South | 1.83 km |
| Gadaura Sakraula | North-West | 2.00 km |
| Chunau | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Sawara | East | 2.38 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chunho
Chunho is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 39.0 km.
| 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 Vikasnagar to Chunho is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Chunho is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunho
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunho village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chunho
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunho 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 Chunho
Where is Chunho located?
Chunho village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chunho?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunho is Bagi.
What is the pincode of Chunho?
The pincode of Chunho is 248001.
What is the population of Chunho?
Chunho has a total population of 26, including 11 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Chunho?
There are 5 households in Chunho.
What is the literacy rate in Chunho?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunho is 30.77%. Male literacy is 36.36% and female literacy is 26.67%.