Chhuriya - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Chhuriya is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Churiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhuriya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhuriya is 050611. The village covers a total geographical area of 128.67 hectares and falls under the 263642 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Chhuriya 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 Chhuriya
According to the 2011 Census, Chhuriya village had a total population of 244 people, including 125 males and 119 females, living in 47 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.05%, with male literacy at 86.24% and female literacy at 50.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 130.
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 | 244 | 125 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 16 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 130 | 69 | 61 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 94 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 31 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Chhuriya
Chhuriya 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 Chhuriya
Chhuriya 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 Chhuriya is about 18 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 Chhuriya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhuriya 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhuriya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhuriya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhuriya
Where is Chhuriya located?
Chhuriya village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhuriya?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhuriya is Churiya.
What is the pincode of Chhuriya?
The pincode of Chhuriya is 263642.
What is the population of Chhuriya?
Chhuriya had a total population of 244, including 125 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Chhuriya?
Chhuriya had 47 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhuriya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhuriya was 69.05%. Male literacy was 86.24% and female literacy was 50.50%.