Chhasiya Kot - Gairsain, Chamoli
Chhasiya Kot is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Bhandari Khor serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhasiya Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhasiya Kot is 042007. The village covers a total geographical area of 41.2 hectares and falls under the 246431 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 71 km away.
Chhasiya Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhasiya Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Chhasiya Kot village had a total population of 54 people, including 18 males and 36 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 2,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 77.42%.
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 | 54 | 18 | 36 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 12 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 6 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Chhasiya Kot
Chhasiya Kot 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 Chhasiya Kot
Chhasiya Kot 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 >10 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 Karnaprayag to Chhasiya Kot is about 71 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Chhasiya Kot is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhasiya Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhasiya Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhasiya Kot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhasiya Kot 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhasiya Kot
Where is Chhasiya Kot located?
Chhasiya Kot village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhasiya Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhasiya Kot is Bhandari Khor.
What is the pincode of Chhasiya Kot?
The pincode of Chhasiya Kot is 246431.
What is the population of Chhasiya Kot?
Chhasiya Kot had a total population of 54, including 18 males and 36 females.
How many households are there in Chhasiya Kot?
Chhasiya Kot had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhasiya Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhasiya Kot was 78.26%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 77.42%.