Chhani Gaon - Nainbag, Tehri Garhwal
Chhani Gaon is a village situated in the Nainbag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 92 km from Dhanaulti and around 137 km from New Tehri. Kharaksari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhani Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhani Gaon is 044086. The village covers a total geographical area of 26.89 hectares and falls under the 249186 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 54 km away.
Chhani Gaon 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 Chhani Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Chhani Gaon village had a total population of 70 people, including 34 males and 36 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 1,059 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.44%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 60.71%.
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 | 70 | 34 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 26 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 8 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Chhani Gaon
Chhani Gaon 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 Chhani Gaon
Public transport in the Chhani Gaon is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mussoorie to Chhani Gaon is about 54 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chhani Gaon is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhani Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhani Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhani Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhani Gaon 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 Chhani Gaon
Where is Chhani Gaon located?
Chhani Gaon village is located in Nainbag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhani Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhani Gaon is Kharaksari.
What is the pincode of Chhani Gaon?
The pincode of Chhani Gaon is 249186.
What is the population of Chhani Gaon?
Chhani Gaon had a total population of 70, including 34 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Chhani Gaon?
Chhani Gaon had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhani Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhani Gaon was 75.44%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 60.71%.