Chilond - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Chilond is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Chilond village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilond is 042082. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.39 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 64 km away.
Chilond 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chilond
According to the 2011 Census, Chilond village had a total population of 353 people, including 185 males and 168 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 908 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.15%, with male literacy at 92.72% and female literacy at 71.23%.
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 | 353 | 185 | 168 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 244 | 140 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 45 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Chilond
Chilond 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 Chilond
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chilond.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Chilond is about 64 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilond
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilond village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chilond
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilond village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chilond
Where is Chilond located?
Chilond village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chilond?
Chilond is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chilond?
The pincode of Chilond is 246469.
What is the population of Chilond?
Chilond had a total population of 353, including 185 males and 168 females.
How many households are there in Chilond?
Chilond had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilond?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilond was 82.15%. Male literacy was 92.72% and female literacy was 71.23%.