Chandi - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Chandi is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Kothiyada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandi is 042620. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.91 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Chandi 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandi
According to the 2011 Census, Chandi village had a total population of 307 people, including 138 males and 169 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,225 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.56%, with male literacy at 91.53% and female literacy at 62.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 307 | 138 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 201 | 108 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 30 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Chandi
Chandi 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 Chandi
Public transport in the Chandi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Chandi is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandi 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandi 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chandi
Where is Chandi located?
Chandi village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Chandi is Kothiyada.
What is the pincode of Chandi?
The pincode of Chandi is 246141.
What is the population of Chandi?
Chandi had a total population of 307, including 138 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Chandi?
Chandi had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandi was 75.56%. Male literacy was 91.53% and female literacy was 62.84%.