Naun Chak - Gaja, Tehri Garhwal
Naun Chak is a village situated in the Gaja tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 75 km from Narendra Nagar and around 45 km from New Tehri. Payal Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Naun Chak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Naun Chak is 044371. The village covers a total geographical area of 12.68 hectares and falls under the 249146 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Naun Chak 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 Naun Chak
According to the 2011 Census, Naun Chak village had a total population of 6 people, including 4 males and 2 females, living in 1 households. The sex ratio was 500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 50.00%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 50.00%.
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 | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Nearby Villages of Naun Chak
Naun Chak is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Gairogi Sera | South | 0.60 km |
| Margaon | North | 0.67 km |
| Kandakhet | West | 0.75 km |
| Bandriya | North-East | 0.78 km |
| Ali Malli | East | 1.09 km |
| Mulwani | South | 1.12 km |
| Dobhal Gaon | South | 1.42 km |
| Khand | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Naicholi | North-West | 1.51 km |
| Bhasho | North-East | 1.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Naun Chak
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Naun Chak. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Naun Chak is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Naun Chak is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Naun Chak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Naun Chak village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Naun Chak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Naun Chak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Naun Chak
Where is Naun Chak located?
Naun Chak village is located in Gaja Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Naun Chak?
The Gram Panchayat of Naun Chak is Payal Gaon.
What is the pincode of Naun Chak?
The pincode of Naun Chak is 249146.
What is the population of Naun Chak?
Naun Chak had a total population of 6, including 4 males and 2 females.
How many households are there in Naun Chak?
Naun Chak had 1 households.
What is the literacy rate in Naun Chak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Naun Chak was 50.00%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 50.00%.