Chimna - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Chimna is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 77 km from Lansdowne and around 163 km from Pauri. Agroda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chimna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chimna is 047591. The village covers a total geographical area of 91.34 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 77 km away.
Chimna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chimna
According to the 2011 Census, Chimna village had a total population of 60 people, including 22 males and 38 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,727 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.59%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 70.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 60 | 22 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 3 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 4 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Chimna
Chimna 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 Chimna
Public transport in the Chimna is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chimna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Chimna is about 77 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Chimna is about 163 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chimna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chimna 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 Chimna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chimna 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 Chimna
Where is Chimna located?
Chimna village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chimna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chimna is Agroda.
What is the pincode of Chimna?
The pincode of Chimna is 246179.
What is the population of Chimna?
Chimna had a total population of 60, including 22 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Chimna?
Chimna had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chimna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chimna was 79.59%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 70.00%.