Karchhuna Talla - Jilasu, Chamoli
Karchhuna Talla is a village situated in the Jilasu tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Pokhari and around 53 km from Gopeshwar. Karchhuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karchhuna Talla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karchhuna Talla is 041233. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.35 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Karchhuna Talla 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 Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karchhuna Talla
According to the 2011 Census, Karchhuna Talla village had a total population of 104 people, including 45 males and 59 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,311 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.61%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 74.07%.
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 | 104 | 45 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 9 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Karchhuna Talla
Karchhuna Talla 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 Karchhuna Talla
Karchhuna Talla 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gochar to Karchhuna Talla is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Karchhuna Talla is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karchhuna Talla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karchhuna Talla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karchhuna Talla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karchhuna Talla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Karchhuna Talla
Where is Karchhuna Talla located?
Karchhuna Talla village is located in Jilasu Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karchhuna Talla?
The Gram Panchayat of Karchhuna Talla is Karchhuna.
What is the pincode of Karchhuna Talla?
The pincode of Karchhuna Talla is 246429.
What is the population of Karchhuna Talla?
Karchhuna Talla had a total population of 104, including 45 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Karchhuna Talla?
Karchhuna Talla had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karchhuna Talla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karchhuna Talla was 82.61%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 74.07%.