Chakon
About Chakon
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chakon village is 040517. Chakon village is located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Chakon village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 102.64 hectares. Chakon has a total population of 562 peoples, out of which male population is 273 while female population is 289. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1058 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chakon village is 63.70% out of which 77.66% males and 50.52% females are literate. There are about 138 houses in chakon village. Pincode of chakon village locality is 249151.
When it comes to administration, Chakon village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chakon village comes under Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Uttarkashi is nearest town to chakon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Chakon
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 562 | 273 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 212 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 61 | 143 |
Connectivity of Chakon
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chakon
Where is Chakon located?
Chakon village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakon?
Chakon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chakon?
The pincode of Chakon is 249151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chakon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chakon is 562, with 273 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Chakon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chakon village has a total of 138 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chakon is 63.70%. The male literacy rate is 77.66%, while the female literacy rate is 50.52%.