Chach Kanda - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Chach Kanda is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from Devprayag and around 112 km from New Tehri. Chachkanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chach Kanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chach Kanda is 043352. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.99 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chach Kanda 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 Chach Kanda
As per Census 2011, Chach Kanda village has a total population of 197 people, consisting of 90 males and 107 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 1,188 females per 1,000 males. There are 27 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 133 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chach Kanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 197 | 90 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 133 | 74 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 16 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Chach Kanda
Chach Kanda 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 Chach Kanda
Public transport in the Chach Kanda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Srinagar to Chach Kanda is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chach Kanda is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chach Kanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chach Kanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chach Kanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chach Kanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chach Kanda
Where is Chach Kanda located?
Chach Kanda village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chach Kanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chach Kanda is Chachkanda.
What is the pincode of Chach Kanda?
The pincode of Chach Kanda is 249161.
What is the population of Chach Kanda?
Chach Kanda has a total population of 197, including 90 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Chach Kanda?
There are 52 households in Chach Kanda.
What is the literacy rate in Chach Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chach Kanda is 67.51%. Male literacy is 82.22% and female literacy is 55.14%.