Ala Chak Bura - Ghaat, Chamoli
Ala Chak Bura is a village situated in the Ghaat tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from Chamoli and around 59 km from Gopeshwar. Aala Jokhana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ala Chak Bura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ala Chak Bura is 041084. The village covers a total geographical area of 168.14 hectares and falls under the 246435 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Ala Chak Bura 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 Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ala Chak Bura
According to the 2011 Census, Ala Chak Bura village had a total population of 454 people, including 228 males and 226 females, living in 87 households. The sex ratio was 991 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.93%, with male literacy at 86.83% and female literacy at 54.12%.
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 | 454 | 228 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 23 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 283 | 178 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 171 | 50 | 121 |
Nearby Villages of Ala Chak Bura
Ala Chak Bura 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 Ala Chak Bura
Ala Chak Bura is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Nandprayag to Ala Chak Bura is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Ala Chak Bura is about 59 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ala Chak Bura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ala Chak Bura village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Ala Chak Bura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ala Chak Bura 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Ala Chak Bura
Where is Ala Chak Bura located?
Ala Chak Bura village is located in Ghaat Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ala Chak Bura?
The Gram Panchayat of Ala Chak Bura is Aala Jokhana.
What is the pincode of Ala Chak Bura?
The pincode of Ala Chak Bura is 246435.
What is the population of Ala Chak Bura?
Ala Chak Bura had a total population of 454, including 228 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Ala Chak Bura?
Ala Chak Bura had 87 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ala Chak Bura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ala Chak Bura was 70.93%. Male literacy was 86.83% and female literacy was 54.12%.