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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Chunkhet village has a total population of 176 people, consisting of 82 males and 94 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,146 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 74 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chunkhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 176 | 82 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| 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 has a total population of 176, including 82 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Chunkhet?
There are 32 households in Chunkhet.
What is the literacy rate in Chunkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chunkhet is 57.95%. Male literacy is 73.17% and female literacy is 44.68%.