Chanthi - Madannegi, Tehri Garhwal
Chanthi is a village situated in the Madannegi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Pratapnagar and around 70 km from New Tehri. Chanthi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanthi is 043526. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.3 hectares and falls under the 249127 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chanthi 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 Pratapnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanthi
According to the 2011 Census, Chanthi village had a total population of 231 people, including 98 males and 133 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,357 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.59%, with male literacy at 88.10% and female literacy at 61.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 231 | 98 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 8 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 143 | 74 | 69 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 24 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Chanthi
Chanthi 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 Chanthi
Chanthi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Tehri to Chanthi is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chanthi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chanthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanthi 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 Chanthi
Where is Chanthi located?
Chanthi village is located in Madannegi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chanthi?
Chanthi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanthi?
The pincode of Chanthi is 249127.
What is the population of Chanthi?
Chanthi had a total population of 231, including 98 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Chanthi?
Chanthi had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanthi was 72.59%. Male literacy was 88.10% and female literacy was 61.06%.