Chalkana - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Chalkana is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 14 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Chalkana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chalkana is 050606. The village covers a total geographical area of 224.68 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Chalkana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chalkana
According to the 2011 Census, Chalkana village had a total population of 613 people, including 281 males and 332 females, living in 146 households. The sex ratio was 1,181 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.54%, with male literacy at 86.90% and female literacy at 50.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 81.
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 | 613 | 281 | 332 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 96 | 52 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 38 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 344 | 199 | 145 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 82 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Chalkana
Chalkana 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 Chalkana
Chalkana 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Chalkana is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chalkana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chalkana 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chalkana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chalkana 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 Chalkana
Where is Chalkana located?
Chalkana village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chalkana?
Chalkana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chalkana?
The pincode of Chalkana is 263642.
What is the population of Chalkana?
Chalkana had a total population of 613, including 281 males and 332 females.
How many households are there in Chalkana?
Chalkana had 146 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chalkana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chalkana was 66.54%. Male literacy was 86.90% and female literacy was 50.35%.