Chandani Chauk - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Chandani Chauk is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 41 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Devalchour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandani Chauk village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandani Chauk is 055544. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.3 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chandani Chauk village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandani Chauk
According to the 2011 Census, Chandani Chauk village had a total population of 299 people, including 154 males and 145 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 942 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.32%, with male literacy at 97.18% and female literacy at 76.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 299 | 154 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 15 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 241 | 138 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 16 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Chandani Chauk
Chandani Chauk 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 Chauk
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chandani Chauk.
| 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 Kaladhungi to Chandani Chauk is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chandani Chauk is about 41 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandani Chauk
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandani Chauk 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 Chauk
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 Chauk village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chandani Chauk
Where is Chandani Chauk located?
Chandani Chauk village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandani Chauk?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandani Chauk is Devalchour.
What is the pincode of Chandani Chauk?
The pincode of Chandani Chauk is 263140.
What is the population of Chandani Chauk?
Chandani Chauk had a total population of 299, including 154 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Chandani Chauk?
Chandani Chauk had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandani Chauk?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandani Chauk was 87.32%. Male literacy was 97.18% and female literacy was 76.87%.