Chari - Dwarahat, Almora
Chari is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Ratkhal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chari is 052646. The village covers a total geographical area of 239.76 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chari 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chari
According to the 2011 Census, Chari village had a total population of 267 people, including 139 males and 128 females, living in 58 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.36%, with male literacy at 93.44% and female literacy at 76.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 128.
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 | 267 | 139 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 204 | 114 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 25 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Chari
Chari 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 Chari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chari.
| 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 Dwarahat to Chari is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chari is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chari 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 Chari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chari
Where is Chari located?
Chari village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chari is Ratkhal.
What is the pincode of Chari?
The pincode of Chari is 263653.
What is the population of Chari?
Chari had a total population of 267, including 139 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Chari?
Chari had 58 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chari was 85.36%. Male literacy was 93.44% and female literacy was 76.92%.