Chauna
Chauna is a village located in Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Munsiari (tehsildar office) and 128km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chauna village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chauna unique in its vibrant Munsiari-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Chauna’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 Chauna
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chauna is 048959. The village spans a total geographical area of 174.22 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262554. Didihat is nearest town to Chauna village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 80km away.
Google Map of Chauna
Population of Chauna
According to the 2011 Census, Chauna has a total population of about 279, with approximately 132 males and 147 females. The sex ratio is around 1113 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 7 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 11. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.25%, with male literacy at about 83.33% and female literacy near 58.50%. There are around 74 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chauna's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 279 | 132 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 196 | 110 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 22 | 61 |
Connectivity of Chauna
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chauna. As per the 2011 stats, Chauna had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chauna
Knowing the nearby villages of Chauna helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chauna.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chauna
- Where is Chauna located?
- Chauna village is situated in Munsiari Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chauna?
- Chauna serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chauna?
- The pincode of Chauna is 262554, 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 279, with 132 males and 147 females.
- How many households are there in Chauna as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chauna village has a total of 74 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chauna as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chauna is 70.25%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 58.50%.