Chagethi - Bhanoli, Almora
Chagethi is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chagethi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chagethi is 053721. The village covers a total geographical area of 246.82 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Chagethi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chagethi
As per Census 2011, Chagethi village has a total population of 791 people, consisting of 310 males and 481 females. The village has 163 households and a sex ratio of 1,551 females per 1,000 males. There are 119 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 461 literate and 330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 97 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chagethi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 310 | 481 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 119 | 62 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 97 | 32 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 461 | 216 | 245 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 94 | 236 |
Nearby Villages of Chagethi
Chagethi 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 Chagethi
Chagethi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Almora to Chagethi is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chagethi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chagethi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chagethi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chagethi 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 Chagethi
Where is Chagethi located?
Chagethi village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chagethi?
Chagethi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chagethi?
The pincode of Chagethi is 263623.
What is the population of Chagethi?
Chagethi has a total population of 791, including 310 males and 481 females.
How many households are there in Chagethi?
There are 163 households in Chagethi.
What is the literacy rate in Chagethi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chagethi is 58.28%. Male literacy is 69.68% and female literacy is 50.94%.