Chanda Walla - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Chanda Walla 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 Walla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanda Walla is 048454. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.96 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Dogadda is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chanda Walla 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 Walla
According to the 2011 Census, Chanda Walla village had a total population of 31 people, including 15 males and 16 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.37%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 42.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 31 | 15 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 2 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Chanda Walla
Chanda Walla 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 Palla | North-East | 0.59 km |
| Koli Gaon | South | 0.80 km |
| Umalda | North-East | 1.39 km |
| Badol Gaon | West | 1.48 km |
| Dalkhil Maliya | West | 1.60 km |
| Bijnoor | North-West | 1.62 km |
| Purankot | South | 1.68 km |
| Banali | North | 2.16 km |
| Boir Gaon | South | 2.53 km |
| Kandasu | North-West | 2.62 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chanda Walla
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chanda Walla. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 45.2 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 Walla is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Chanda Walla 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 Walla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanda Walla 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 Walla
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 Walla 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 Walla
Where is Chanda Walla located?
Chanda Walla village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chanda Walla?
The Gram Panchayat of Chanda Walla is Koligaon.
What is the pincode of Chanda Walla?
The pincode of Chanda Walla is 246144.
What is the population of Chanda Walla?
Chanda Walla had a total population of 31, including 15 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Chanda Walla?
Chanda Walla had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda Walla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanda Walla was 70.37%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 42.86%.