Chhinki - Khatima, Udham Singh Nagar
Chhinki is a village situated in the Khatima tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khatima and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Chhinki village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhinki is 056224. The village covers a total geographical area of 264.47 hectares and falls under the 262308 pincode. Khatima is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Chhinki 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 Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhinki
According to the 2011 Census, Chhinki village had a total population of 1,436 people, including 715 males and 721 females, living in 312 households. The sex ratio was 1,008 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.41%, with male literacy at 90.71% and female literacy at 70.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 395.
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 | 1,436 | 715 | 721 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 112 | 68 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 395 | 203 | 192 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 547 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 426 | 168 | 258 |
Nearby Villages of Chhinki
Chhinki 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 Chhinki
Chhinki is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chhinki.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khatima to Chhinki is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Chhinki is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhinki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhinki village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhinki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhinki 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhinki
Where is Chhinki located?
Chhinki village is located in Khatima Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhinki?
Chhinki is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chhinki?
The pincode of Chhinki is 262308.
What is the population of Chhinki?
Chhinki had a total population of 1,436, including 715 males and 721 females.
How many households are there in Chhinki?
Chhinki had 312 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhinki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhinki was 80.41%. Male literacy was 90.71% and female literacy was 70.90%.