Chaunti - Nainbag, Tehri Garhwal
Chaunti is a village situated in the Nainbag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 76 km from Dhanaulti and around 122 km from New Tehri. Chamasari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaunti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaunti is 044161. The village covers a total geographical area of 116.5 hectares and falls under the 249186 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Chaunti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaunti
According to the 2011 Census, Chaunti village had a total population of 122 people, including 61 males and 61 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.17%, with male literacy at 67.35% and female literacy at 40.43%.
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 | 122 | 61 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 33 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 28 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Chaunti
Chaunti 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 Chaunti
Public transport in the Chaunti is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Mussoorie to Chaunti is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chaunti is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaunti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaunti 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaunti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaunti 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chaunti
Where is Chaunti located?
Chaunti village is located in Nainbag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaunti?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaunti is Chamasari.
What is the pincode of Chaunti?
The pincode of Chaunti is 249186.
What is the population of Chaunti?
Chaunti had a total population of 122, including 61 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Chaunti?
Chaunti had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaunti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaunti was 54.17%. Male literacy was 67.35% and female literacy was 40.43%.