Chanda - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Chanda is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Chanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chanda is 056281. The village covers a total geographical area of 368.28 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Chanda 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 Nanak matta Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chanda
According to the 2011 Census, Chanda village had a total population of 1,376 people, including 697 males and 679 females, living in 237 households. The sex ratio was 974 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.58%, with male literacy at 89.03% and female literacy at 69.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,048.
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 | 1,376 | 697 | 679 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 68 | 69 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,048 | 529 | 519 |
| Literate Population | 986 | 560 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 390 | 137 | 253 |
Nearby Villages of Chanda
Chanda 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 Chanda
Chanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Chanda is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Chanda is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chanda 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 Chanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chanda
Where is Chanda located?
Chanda village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chanda?
Chanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chanda?
The pincode of Chanda is 262308.
What is the population of Chanda?
Chanda had a total population of 1,376, including 697 males and 679 females.
How many households are there in Chanda?
Chanda had 237 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chanda was 79.58%. Male literacy was 89.03% and female literacy was 69.84%.