Chanda Palla - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Chanda Palla is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Kotdwara and around 115 km from Pauri. Koligaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chanda Palla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanda Palla is 048446. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.21 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chanda Palla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kotdwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanda Palla
As per Census 2011, Chanda Palla village has a total population of 40 people, consisting of 14 males and 26 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 1,857 females per 1,000 males. There are 7 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 22 literate and 18 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chanda Palla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 40 | 14 | 26 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 5 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Chanda Palla
Chanda Palla is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chanda Walla | South-West | 0.59 km |
| Umalda | North-East | 0.81 km |
| Koli Gaon | South | 1.31 km |
| Bijnoor | North-West | 1.63 km |
| Banali | North | 1.71 km |
| Dalkhil Maliya | West | 1.91 km |
| Badol Gaon | West | 1.94 km |
| Purankot | South | 2.19 km |
| Kandasu | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Boantha | North-East | 2.81 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chanda Palla
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chanda Palla. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.1 km.
| 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 Dogadda to Chanda Palla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Chanda Palla is about 115 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanda Palla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanda Palla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chanda Palla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanda Palla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chanda Palla
Where is Chanda Palla located?
Chanda Palla village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanda Palla?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanda Palla is Koligaon.
What is the pincode of Chanda Palla?
The pincode of Chanda Palla is 246144.
What is the population of Chanda Palla?
Chanda Palla has a total population of 40, including 14 males and 26 females.
How many households are there in Chanda Palla?
There are 10 households in Chanda Palla.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda Palla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanda Palla is 55.00%. Male literacy is 64.29% and female literacy is 50.00%.