Chharnga Heeth - Bhikiasain, Almora
Chharnga Heeth is a village situated in the Bhikiasain tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Bhikiyasain and around 114 km from Almora. Besar Bagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chharnga Heeth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chharnga Heeth is 051810. The village covers a total geographical area of 27.85 hectares and falls under the 263667 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Chharnga Heeth 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chharnga Heeth
According to the 2011 Census, Chharnga Heeth village had a total population of 73 people, including 29 males and 44 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 1,517 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.02%, with male literacy at 84.00% and female literacy at 65.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 73 | 29 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 46 | 21 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 8 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Chharnga Heeth
Chharnga Heeth 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 Chharnga Heeth
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chharnga Heeth. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chharnga Heeth.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Chharnga Heeth is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chharnga Heeth is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chharnga Heeth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chharnga Heeth 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chharnga Heeth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chharnga Heeth 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chharnga Heeth
Where is Chharnga Heeth located?
Chharnga Heeth village is located in Bhikiasain Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chharnga Heeth?
The Gram Panchayat of Chharnga Heeth is Besar Bagar.
What is the pincode of Chharnga Heeth?
The pincode of Chharnga Heeth is 263667.
What is the population of Chharnga Heeth?
Chharnga Heeth had a total population of 73, including 29 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Chharnga Heeth?
Chharnga Heeth had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chharnga Heeth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chharnga Heeth was 73.02%. Male literacy was 84.00% and female literacy was 65.79%.