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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Chandi village has a total population of 307 people, consisting of 138 males and 169 females. The village has 73 households and a sex ratio of 1,224 females per 1,000 males. There are 41 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 201 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 38 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 307 | 138 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 307, including 138 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Chandi?
There are 73 households in Chandi.
What is the literacy rate in Chandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandi is 65.47%. Male literacy is 78.26% and female literacy is 55.03%.