Naukhan Chotta - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Naukhan Chotta is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Kotdwara and around 110 km from Pauri. Ringwargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naukhan Chotta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naukhan Chotta is 048331. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.5 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Naukhan Chotta 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 Naukhan Chotta
According to the 2011 Census, Naukhan Chotta village had a total population of 35 people, including 19 males and 16 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 842 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.86%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 57.14%.
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 | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Naukhan Chotta
Naukhan Chotta 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 Naukhan Chotta
Public transport in the Naukhan Chotta is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Kotdwara to Naukhan Chotta is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Naukhan Chotta is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naukhan Chotta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naukhan Chotta 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naukhan Chotta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naukhan Chotta village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naukhan Chotta
Where is Naukhan Chotta located?
Naukhan Chotta village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Naukhan Chotta?
The Gram Panchayat of Naukhan Chotta is Ringwargaon.
What is the pincode of Naukhan Chotta?
The pincode of Naukhan Chotta is 246149.
What is the population of Naukhan Chotta?
Naukhan Chotta had a total population of 35, including 19 males and 16 females.
How many households are there in Naukhan Chotta?
Naukhan Chotta had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naukhan Chotta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naukhan Chotta was 75.86%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 57.14%.