Chaunthara - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Chaunthara is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Ghansali and around 95 km from New Tehri. Chaunthara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaunthara is 042761. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.5 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Chaunthara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaunthara
According to the 2011 Census, Chaunthara village had a total population of 420 people, including 214 males and 206 females, living in 85 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.70%, with male literacy at 84.54% and female literacy at 60.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 148.
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 | 420 | 214 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 148 | 70 | 78 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 277 | 164 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 50 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Chaunthara
Chaunthara 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 Chaunthara
Chaunthara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Srinagar to Chaunthara is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chaunthara is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaunthara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaunthara 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaunthara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaunthara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaunthara
Where is Chaunthara located?
Chaunthara village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaunthara?
Chaunthara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaunthara?
The pincode of Chaunthara is 249125.
What is the population of Chaunthara?
Chaunthara had a total population of 420, including 214 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Chaunthara?
Chaunthara had 85 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaunthara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaunthara was 72.70%. Male literacy was 84.54% and female literacy was 60.43%.