Chauni - Betalghat, Nainital
Chauni is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Chyuni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauni village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauni is 054599. The village covers a total geographical area of 141.41 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Chauni village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chauni
As per Census 2011, Chauni village has a total population of 460 people, consisting of 214 males and 246 females. The village has 109 households and a sex ratio of 1,149 females per 1,000 males. There are 64 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 321 literate and 139 illiterate residents. Additionally, 170 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauni are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 460 | 214 | 246 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 170 | 90 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 321 | 171 | 150 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 43 | 96 |
Nearby Villages of Chauni
Chauni 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 Chauni
Public transport in the Chauni is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Chauni is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chauni is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauni
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauni village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chauni
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauni village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chauni
Where is Chauni located?
Chauni village is located in Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauni?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauni is Chyuni.
What is the pincode of Chauni?
The pincode of Chauni is 263134.
What is the population of Chauni?
Chauni has a total population of 460, including 214 males and 246 females.
How many households are there in Chauni?
There are 109 households in Chauni.
What is the literacy rate in Chauni?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauni is 69.78%. Male literacy is 79.91% and female literacy is 60.98%.