Chuna Mahera - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Chuna Mahera is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 57 km from Kotdwara and around 129 km from Pauri. Chuna Maheda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chuna Mahera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuna Mahera is 048393. The village covers a total geographical area of 638.22 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Chuna Mahera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chuna Mahera
As per Census 2011, Chuna Mahera village has a total population of 296 people, consisting of 141 males and 155 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 1,099 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 214 literate and 82 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chuna Mahera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 296 | 141 | 155 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 28 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 26 | 41 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 112 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 82 | 29 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Chuna Mahera
Chuna Mahera 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Simalna Malla | South-West | 1.46 km |
| Vijapur | North-East | 1.49 km |
| Vindul Gaon | North | 1.54 km |
| Simalna Talla | South | 1.66 km |
| Gahar | South-East | 1.68 km |
| Dhurabharpur | North-West | 1.73 km |
| Narai | West | 2.35 km |
| Kholkandi | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Char | East | 2.82 km |
| Kakhola | North | 2.87 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chuna Mahera
Public transport in the Chuna Mahera is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Kotdwara, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 38.8 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 Kotdwara to Chuna Mahera is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Chuna Mahera is about 129 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chuna Mahera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuna Mahera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chuna Mahera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuna Mahera 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chuna Mahera
Where is Chuna Mahera located?
Chuna Mahera village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chuna Mahera?
The Gram Panchayat of Chuna Mahera is Chuna Maheda.
What is the pincode of Chuna Mahera?
The pincode of Chuna Mahera is 246144.
What is the population of Chuna Mahera?
Chuna Mahera has a total population of 296, including 141 males and 155 females.
How many households are there in Chuna Mahera?
There are 60 households in Chuna Mahera.
What is the literacy rate in Chuna Mahera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuna Mahera is 72.30%. Male literacy is 79.43% and female literacy is 65.81%.