Chandeli - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Chandeli is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Chandeli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chandeli is 040165. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.92 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Chandeli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chandeli
As per Census 2011, Chandeli village has a total population of 630 people, consisting of 320 males and 310 females. The village has 126 households and a sex ratio of 968 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 426 literate and 204 illiterate residents. Additionally, 96 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chandeli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 630 | 320 | 310 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 43 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 96 | 41 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 253 | 173 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 67 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Chandeli
Chandeli 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 Chandeli
Chandeli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Chandeli is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Chandeli is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chandeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chandeli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chandeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chandeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chandeli
Where is Chandeli located?
Chandeli village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chandeli?
Chandeli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chandeli?
The pincode of Chandeli is 249185.
What is the population of Chandeli?
Chandeli has a total population of 630, including 320 males and 310 females.
How many households are there in Chandeli?
There are 126 households in Chandeli.
What is the literacy rate in Chandeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chandeli is 67.62%. Male literacy is 79.06% and female literacy is 55.81%.