Chauna - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Chauna is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 128 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chauna village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauna is 048959. The village covers a total geographical area of 174.22 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Chauna village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chauna
According to the 2011 Census, Chauna village had a total population of 279 people, including 132 males and 147 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,114 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.56%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 63.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 11.
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 | 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 |
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 >10 km of the Chauna.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Chauna is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chauna is about 128 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 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 >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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chauna
Where is Chauna located?
Chauna village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chauna?
Chauna is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chauna?
The pincode of Chauna is 262554.
What is the population of Chauna?
Chauna had a total population of 279, including 132 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Chauna?
Chauna had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauna?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauna was 76.56%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 63.70%.