Mehal Chauri
Mehal Chauri is a village located in Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Gairsain (tehsildar office) and 93km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Mehal Chauri village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Mehal Chauri unique in its vibrant Gairsain-Chamoli region. You’ll see Mehal Chauri’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Mehal Chauri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Mehal Chauri is 041983. The village spans a total geographical area of 16.11 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246431. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Mehal Chauri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
Google Map of Mehal Chauri
Population of Mehal Chauri
According to the 2011 Census, Mehal Chauri has a total population of about 96, with approximately 53 males and 43 females. The sex ratio is around 811 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 18 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 3 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.79%, with male literacy at about 79.25% and female literacy near 58.14%. There are around 23 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Mehal Chauri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 96 | 53 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 8 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 3 | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 67 | 42 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 11 | 18 |
Connectivity of Mehal Chauri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Mehal Chauri. As per the 2011 stats, Mehal Chauri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Mehal Chauri
Knowing the nearby villages of Mehal Chauri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Mehal Chauri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Mehal Chauri
- Where is Mehal Chauri located?
- Mehal Chauri village is situated in Gairsain Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Mehal Chauri?
- Mehal Chauri serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Mehal Chauri?
- The pincode of Mehal Chauri is 246431, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Mehal Chauri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Mehal Chauri is 96, with 53 males and 43 females.
- How many households are there in Mehal Chauri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Mehal Chauri village has a total of 23 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Mehal Chauri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Mehal Chauri is 69.79%. The male literacy rate is 79.25%, while the female literacy rate is 58.14%.