Chakon
Chakon is a village 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.
Chakon has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Chakon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chakon is 040517. The village spans a total geographical area of 102.64 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249151. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Chakon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chakon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chakon
Population of Chakon
Below is a concise population overview of Chakon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 562 | 273 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 40 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 85 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 358 | 212 | 146 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 61 | 143 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chakon village:
- The total population of Chakon village is around 562, including approximately 273 males and 289 females, with a sex ratio of 1058 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 82 children aged 0–6 years in Chakon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chakon village has 169 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chakon village is about 63.70%, with male literacy at 77.66% and female literacy at 50.52%.
- There are around 138 households in Chakon village.
Connectivity of Chakon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chakon. As per the 2011 stats, Chakon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Chakon
Knowing the nearby villages of Chakon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chakon.
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%.