Churani - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Churani is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Lansdowne and around 173 km from Pauri. Churani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churani is 047561. The village covers a total geographical area of 164.21 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Churani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Churani
As per Census 2011, Churani village has a total population of 287 people, consisting of 137 males and 150 females. The village has 91 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 228 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 287 | 137 | 150 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 15 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 228 | 121 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 16 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Churani
Churani 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 Churani
Churani is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Churani is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Churani is about 173 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Churani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churani 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 Churani
Where is Churani located?
Churani village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churani?
Churani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Churani?
The pincode of Churani is 246179.
What is the population of Churani?
Churani has a total population of 287, including 137 males and 150 females.
How many households are there in Churani?
There are 91 households in Churani.
What is the literacy rate in Churani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churani is 79.44%. Male literacy is 88.32% and female literacy is 71.33%.