Nag Chaunda - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Nag Chaunda is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 48 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 61 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Nagchaund serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nag Chaunda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nag Chaunda is 043046. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.98 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 48 km away.
Nag Chaunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nag Chaunda
As per Census 2011, Nag Chaunda village has a total population of 480 people, consisting of 218 males and 262 females. The village has 115 households and a sex ratio of 1,201 females per 1,000 males. There are 63 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 286 literate and 194 illiterate residents. Additionally, 177 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Nag Chaunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 480 | 218 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 152 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 194 | 66 | 128 |
Nearby Villages of Nag Chaunda
Nag Chaunda 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 Nag Chaunda
Nag Chaunda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Devprayag to Nag Chaunda is about 48 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Nag Chaunda is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nag Chaunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nag Chaunda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Nag Chaunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nag Chaunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Nag Chaunda
Where is Nag Chaunda located?
Nag Chaunda village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nag Chaunda?
The Gram Panchayat of Nag Chaunda is Nagchaund.
What is the pincode of Nag Chaunda?
The pincode of Nag Chaunda is 249122.
What is the population of Nag Chaunda?
Nag Chaunda has a total population of 480, including 218 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Nag Chaunda?
There are 115 households in Nag Chaunda.
What is the literacy rate in Nag Chaunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nag Chaunda is 59.58%. Male literacy is 69.72% and female literacy is 51.15%.