Chaund - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Chaund is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 23 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kiror serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaund is 043156. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.04 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chaund 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaund
According to the 2011 Census, Chaund village had a total population of 147 people, including 79 males and 68 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 861 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.83%, with male literacy at 94.37% and female literacy at 62.12%.
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 | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 67 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 39 | 12 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Chaund
Chaund 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 Chaund
Chaund is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Devprayag to Chaund is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chaund is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaund
Where is Chaund located?
Chaund village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaund?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaund is Kiror.
What is the pincode of Chaund?
The pincode of Chaund is 249192.
What is the population of Chaund?
Chaund had a total population of 147, including 79 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Chaund?
Chaund had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaund was 78.83%. Male literacy was 94.37% and female literacy was 62.12%.