Chhanika - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Chhanika is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 144 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Pounti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhanika village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhanika is 040118. The village covers a total geographical area of 31.45 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chhanika 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 Chhanika
According to the 2011 Census, Chhanika village had a total population of 102 people, including 54 males and 48 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 95.12%, with male literacy at 97.73% and female literacy at 92.11%.
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 | 102 | 54 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 43 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Chhanika
Chhanika 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 Chhanika
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chhanika.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Chhanika is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Chhanika is about 144 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhanika
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhanika village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhanika
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhanika village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhanika
Where is Chhanika located?
Chhanika village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhanika?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhanika is Pounti.
What is the pincode of Chhanika?
The pincode of Chhanika is 249185.
What is the population of Chhanika?
Chhanika had a total population of 102, including 54 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Chhanika?
Chhanika had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhanika?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhanika was 95.12%. Male literacy was 97.73% and female literacy was 92.11%.