Chauki Gunth
Chauki Gunth is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 120km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chowki is the gram panchayat of Chauki Gunth village.
Here you can discover what makes Chauki Gunth unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Chauki Gunth’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chauki Gunth
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chauki Gunth is 049912. The village spans a total geographical area of 62.44 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262532. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Chauki Gunth village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 120km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chauki Gunth village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chauki Gunth
Population of Chauki Gunth
According to the 2011 Census, Chauki Gunth has a total population of about 287, with approximately 147 males and 140 females. The sex ratio is around 952 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 26 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There is 1 member of the Scheduled Castes (SC) community, an important social group here. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.84%, with male literacy at about 89.12% and female literacy near 72.14%. There are around 65 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chauki Gunth's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 287 | 147 | 140 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 232 | 131 | 101 |
Illiterate Population | 55 | 16 | 39 |
Connectivity of Chauki Gunth
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chauki Gunth. As per the 2011 stats, Chauki Gunth had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chauki Gunth
Knowing the nearby villages of Chauki Gunth helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chauki Gunth.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chauki Gunth
- Where is Chauki Gunth located?
- Chauki Gunth village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chauki Gunth?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chauki Gunth is Chowki (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chauki Gunth?
- The pincode of Chauki Gunth is 262532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chauki Gunth as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauki Gunth is 287, with 147 males and 140 females.
- How many households are there in Chauki Gunth as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chauki Gunth village has a total of 65 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chauki Gunth as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauki Gunth is 80.84%. The male literacy rate is 89.12%, while the female literacy rate is 72.14%.