Chauna
About Chauna
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chauna village is 049976. Chauna village is located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 135km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chona is the gram panchayat of Chauna village.
The total geographical area of village is 83.09 hectares. Chauna has a total population of 302 peoples, out of which male population is 137 while female population is 165. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1204 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chauna village is 58.94% out of which 63.50% males and 55.15% females are literate. There are about 66 houses in chauna village. Pincode of chauna village locality is 262522.
When it comes to administration, Chauna village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chauna village comes under Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Pithoragarh is nearest town to chauna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 135km away.
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Population of Chauna
The population details of Chauna cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 137 | 165 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 49 | 32 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 178 | 87 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 50 | 74 |
Connectivity of Chauna
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chauna
Where is Chauna located?
Chauna village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chauna?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauna is Chona (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Chauna?
The pincode of Chauna is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chauna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chauna is 302, with 137 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Chauna as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chauna village has a total of 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauna as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauna is 58.94%. The male literacy rate is 63.50%, while the female literacy rate is 55.15%.