Chunkhet - Chakisain, Pauri Garhwal
Chunkhet is a village situated in the Chakisain tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 44 km from Thalisain and around 59 km from Pauri. Choura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chunkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chunkhet is 046512. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.39 hectares and falls under the 246130 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Chunkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Srinagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chunkhet
According to the 2011 Census, Chunkhet village had a total population of 176 people, including 82 males and 94 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.34%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 53.85%.
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 | 176 | 82 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 60 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 22 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Chunkhet
Chunkhet 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 Chunkhet
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chunkhet.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Chunkhet is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chunkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chunkhet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chunkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chunkhet 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 Chunkhet
Where is Chunkhet located?
Chunkhet village is located in Chakisain Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chunkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Chunkhet is Choura.
What is the pincode of Chunkhet?
The pincode of Chunkhet is 246130.
What is the population of Chunkhet?
Chunkhet had a total population of 176, including 82 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Chunkhet?
Chunkhet had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chunkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunkhet was 72.34%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 53.85%.