Chalthi - Bhanoli, Almora
Chalthi is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chalthi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalthi is 053580. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.74 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chalthi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Chalthi
According to the 2011 Census, Chalthi village had a total population of 286 people, including 127 males and 159 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,252 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.92%, with male literacy at 85.58% and female literacy at 54.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47.
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 | 286 | 127 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 23 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 19 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 163 | 89 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 123 | 38 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Chalthi
Chalthi 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 Chalthi
Chalthi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Chalthi is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalthi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalthi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chalthi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalthi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chalthi
Where is Chalthi located?
Chalthi village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chalthi?
Chalthi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chalthi?
The pincode of Chalthi is 263622.
What is the population of Chalthi?
Chalthi had a total population of 286, including 127 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Chalthi?
Chalthi had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalthi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalthi was 67.92%. Male literacy was 85.58% and female literacy was 54.41%.