Chaura Sthal - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Chaura Sthal is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Choura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaura Sthal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura Sthal is 050533. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.94 hectares and falls under the 263679 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Chaura Sthal 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 Chaura Sthal
As per Census 2011, Chaura Sthal village has a total population of 56 people, consisting of 28 males and 28 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 6 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 31 literate and 25 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaura Sthal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 56 | 28 | 28 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 19 | 12 |
| Illiterate Population | 25 | 9 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Chaura Sthal
Chaura Sthal 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 Chaura Sthal
Public transport in the Chaura Sthal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Bageshwar to Chaura Sthal is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaura Sthal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaura Sthal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaura Sthal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaura Sthal 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaura Sthal
Where is Chaura Sthal located?
Chaura Sthal village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaura Sthal?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaura Sthal is Choura.
What is the pincode of Chaura Sthal?
The pincode of Chaura Sthal is 263679.
What is the population of Chaura Sthal?
Chaura Sthal has a total population of 56, including 28 males and 28 females.
How many households are there in Chaura Sthal?
There are 14 households in Chaura Sthal.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura Sthal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura Sthal is 55.36%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 42.86%.