Choundla - Bironkhal, Pauri Garhwal
Choundla is a village situated in the Bironkhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 57 km from Thalisain and around 147 km from Pauri. Arole serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choundla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choundla is 046812. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.7 hectares and falls under the 246276 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 133 km away.
Choundla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chaubattakhal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choundla
As per Census 2011, Choundla village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 82 males and 82 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 115 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 46 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choundla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 82 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 18 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 115 | 62 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 20 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Choundla
Choundla 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 Choundla
Public transport in the Choundla is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Choundla is about 133 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Choundla is about 147 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choundla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choundla 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Choundla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choundla 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Choundla
Where is Choundla located?
Choundla village is located in Bironkhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Choundla?
The Gram Panchayat of Choundla is Arole.
What is the pincode of Choundla?
The pincode of Choundla is 246276.
What is the population of Choundla?
Choundla has a total population of 164, including 82 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Choundla?
There are 40 households in Choundla.
What is the literacy rate in Choundla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choundla is 70.12%. Male literacy is 75.61% and female literacy is 64.63%.