Chandra Nagar - Ramnagar, Nainital
Chandra Nagar is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Chandra Nagar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandra Nagar is 055312. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.29 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Chandra Nagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chandra Nagar
According to the 2011 Census, Chandra Nagar village had a total population of 2,718 people, including 1,394 males and 1,324 females, living in 492 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.46%, with male literacy at 89.91% and female literacy at 68.40%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2,249, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 9.
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 | 2,718 | 1,394 | 1,324 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 347 | 175 | 172 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,249 | 1,141 | 1,108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,884 | 1,096 | 788 |
| Illiterate Population | 834 | 298 | 536 |
Nearby Villages of Chandra Nagar
Chandra Nagar 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 Chandra Nagar
Chandra Nagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chandra Nagar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Chandra Nagar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chandra Nagar is about 85 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 Chandra Nagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandra Nagar 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 Chandra Nagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandra Nagar 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chandra Nagar
Where is Chandra Nagar located?
Chandra Nagar village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandra Nagar?
Chandra Nagar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandra Nagar?
The pincode of Chandra Nagar is 244715.
What is the population of Chandra Nagar?
Chandra Nagar had a total population of 2,718, including 1,394 males and 1,324 females.
How many households are there in Chandra Nagar?
Chandra Nagar had 492 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandra Nagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandra Nagar was 79.46%. Male literacy was 89.91% and female literacy was 68.40%.