Charwan - Machhor, Almora
Charwan is a village situated in the Machhor tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 83 km from Sult and around 118 km from Almora. Kotli Malli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charwan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charwan is 052244. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.42 hectares and falls under the 263646 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Charwan 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 Charwan
According to the 2011 Census, Charwan village had a total population of 91 people, including 36 males and 55 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,528 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.77%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 72.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 91 | 36 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 63 | 28 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 8 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Charwan
Charwan 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 Charwan
Charwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Ramnagar to Charwan is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Charwan is about 118 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Charwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charwan 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 Charwan
Where is Charwan located?
Charwan village is located in Machhor Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Charwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Charwan is Kotli Malli.
What is the pincode of Charwan?
The pincode of Charwan is 263646.
What is the population of Charwan?
Charwan had a total population of 91, including 36 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Charwan?
Charwan had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charwan was 80.77%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 72.92%.