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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Chaund village has a total population of 147 people, consisting of 79 males and 68 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 860 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 108 literate and 39 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 147 | 79 | 68 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| 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 has a total population of 147, including 79 males and 68 females.
How many households are there in Chaund?
There are 35 households in Chaund.
What is the literacy rate in Chaund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaund is 73.47%. Male literacy is 84.81% and female literacy is 60.29%.