Chirkhanda - Syalde, Almora
Chirkhanda is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Bhikiyasain and around 120 km from Almora. Janar Khani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chirkhanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chirkhanda is 051564. The village covers a total geographical area of 83.16 hectares and falls under the 263661 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Chirkhanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chirkhanda
As per Census 2011, Chirkhanda village has a total population of 228 people, consisting of 101 males and 127 females. The village has 46 households and a sex ratio of 1,257 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 152 literate and 76 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chirkhanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 228 | 101 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 78 | 74 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 23 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Chirkhanda
Chirkhanda 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 Chirkhanda
Chirkhanda 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Chirkhanda is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chirkhanda is about 120 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 Chirkhanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chirkhanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chirkhanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chirkhanda 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chirkhanda
Where is Chirkhanda located?
Chirkhanda village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chirkhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Chirkhanda is Janar Khani.
What is the pincode of Chirkhanda?
The pincode of Chirkhanda is 263661.
What is the population of Chirkhanda?
Chirkhanda has a total population of 228, including 101 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Chirkhanda?
There are 46 households in Chirkhanda.
What is the literacy rate in Chirkhanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chirkhanda is 66.67%. Male literacy is 77.23% and female literacy is 58.27%.