Chaundali - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Chaundali is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 58 km from Narendra Nagar and around 119 km from New Tehri. Bugala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaundali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaundali is 044522. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.9 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chaundali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaundali
As per Census 2011, Chaundali village has a total population of 24 people, consisting of 11 males and 13 females. The village has 7 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 11 literate and 13 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaundali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Chaundali
Chaundali 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 Chaundali
Public transport in the Chaundali is mainly available through shared van 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 Rishikesh to Chaundali is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chaundali is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaundali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaundali 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaundali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaundali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaundali
Where is Chaundali located?
Chaundali village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaundali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaundali is Bugala.
What is the pincode of Chaundali?
The pincode of Chaundali is 249192.
What is the population of Chaundali?
Chaundali has a total population of 24, including 11 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Chaundali?
There are 7 households in Chaundali.
What is the literacy rate in Chaundali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaundali is 45.83%. Male literacy is 54.55% and female literacy is 38.46%.