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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Nag Chaunda village had a total population of 480 people, including 218 males and 262 females, living in 115 households. The sex ratio was 1,202 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.59%, with male literacy at 81.72% and female literacy at 58.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 177.
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 | 480 | 218 | 262 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 63 | 32 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 177 | 87 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 480, including 218 males and 262 females.
How many households are there in Nag Chaunda?
Nag Chaunda had 115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nag Chaunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nag Chaunda was 68.59%. Male literacy was 81.72% and female literacy was 58.01%.