Chauna - Ganai Gangoli, Pithoragarh
Chauna is a village situated in the Ganai Gangoli tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from Gangolihat and around 135 km from Pithoragarh. Chona serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauna village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauna is 049976. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.09 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 135 km away.
Chauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chauna
According to the 2011 Census, Chauna village had a total population of 302 people, including 137 males and 165 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 1,204 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.36%, with male literacy at 82.86% and female literacy at 61.49%.
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 | 302 | 137 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 32 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 178 | 87 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 50 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Chauna
Chauna 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 Chauna
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Chauna.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Chauna is about 135 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chauna
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauna 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chauna
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauna 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chauna
Where is Chauna located?
Chauna village is located in Ganai Gangoli Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauna is Chona.
What is the pincode of Chauna?
The pincode of Chauna is 262534.
What is the population of Chauna?
Chauna had a total population of 302, including 137 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Chauna?
Chauna had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauna was 70.36%. Male literacy was 82.86% and female literacy was 61.49%.