Chaund - Madannegi, Tehri Garhwal
Chaund is a village situated in the Madannegi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from Pratapnagar and around 60 km from New Tehri. Chaund Dharmandal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaund is 043575. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.49 hectares and falls under the 249127 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Chaund village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Chaund
According to the 2011 Census, Chaund village had a total population of 193 people, including 88 males and 105 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,193 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.17%, with male literacy at 94.81% and female literacy at 65.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 193 | 88 | 105 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 11 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 73 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 15 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Chaund
Chaund 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 Chaund
Chaund 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Chaund is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chaund is about 60 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 Chaund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaund
Where is Chaund located?
Chaund village is located in Madannegi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaund?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaund is Chaund Dharmandal.
What is the pincode of Chaund?
The pincode of Chaund is 249127.
What is the population of Chaund?
Chaund had a total population of 193, including 88 males and 105 females.
How many households are there in Chaund?
Chaund had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaund was 79.17%. Male literacy was 94.81% and female literacy was 65.93%.