Chuchera - Shama, Bageshwar
Chuchera is a village situated in the Shama tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Kapkot and around 70 km from Bageshwar. Chucher serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chuchera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chuchera is 050653. The village covers a total geographical area of 315.83 hectares and falls under the 263633 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chuchera 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chuchera
According to the 2011 Census, Chuchera village had a total population of 324 people, including 135 males and 189 females, living in 79 households. The sex ratio was 1,400 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.29%, with male literacy at 92.45% and female literacy at 67.66%.
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 | 324 | 135 | 189 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 29 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 98 | 113 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 37 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Chuchera
Chuchera 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 Chuchera
Public transport in the Chuchera 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 Chuchera is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chuchera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chuchera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chuchera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chuchera 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chuchera
Where is Chuchera located?
Chuchera village is located in Shama Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chuchera?
The Gram Panchayat of Chuchera is Chucher.
What is the pincode of Chuchera?
The pincode of Chuchera is 263633.
What is the population of Chuchera?
Chuchera had a total population of 324, including 135 males and 189 females.
How many households are there in Chuchera?
Chuchera had 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chuchera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chuchera was 77.29%. Male literacy was 92.45% and female literacy was 67.66%.