Chhinaki - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Chhinaki is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 22 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Chinki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhinaki village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhinaki is 055968. The village covers a total geographical area of 468.49 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Chhinaki village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Chhinaki
As per Census 2011, Chhinaki village has a total population of 4,508 people, consisting of 2,354 males and 2,154 females. The village has 710 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 761 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,396 literate and 2,112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 82 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhinaki are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,508 | 2,354 | 2,154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 761 | 397 | 364 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 2,396 | 1,420 | 976 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,112 | 934 | 1,178 |
Nearby Villages of Chhinaki
Chhinaki 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 Chhinaki
Public transport in the Chhinaki is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Chhinaki.
| 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 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Chhinaki is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Chhinaki is about 22 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhinaki
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhinaki 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 Chhinaki
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhinaki 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhinaki
Where is Chhinaki located?
Chhinaki village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhinaki?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhinaki is Chinki.
What is the pincode of Chhinaki?
The pincode of Chhinaki is 263148.
What is the population of Chhinaki?
Chhinaki has a total population of 4,508, including 2,354 males and 2,154 females.
How many households are there in Chhinaki?
There are 710 households in Chhinaki.
What is the literacy rate in Chhinaki?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhinaki is 53.15%. Male literacy is 60.32% and female literacy is 45.31%.