Bharkichak-Urgam - Joshimath, Chamoli
Bharkichak-Urgam is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Bharki serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bharkichak-Urgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bharkichak-Urgam is 040818. The village covers a total geographical area of 148.39 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Bharkichak-Urgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bharkichak-Urgam
According to the 2011 Census, Bharkichak-Urgam village had a total population of 133 people, including 72 males and 61 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 847 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.27%, with male literacy at 92.31% and female literacy at 48.15%.
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 | 133 | 72 | 61 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 86 | 60 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 12 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Bharkichak-Urgam
Bharkichak-Urgam 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 Bharkichak-Urgam
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Bharkichak-Urgam.
| 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 Joshimath to Bharkichak-Urgam is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Bharkichak-Urgam is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bharkichak-Urgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bharkichak-Urgam 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 Bharkichak-Urgam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bharkichak-Urgam 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Bharkichak-Urgam
Where is Bharkichak-Urgam located?
Bharkichak-Urgam village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Bharkichak-Urgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Bharkichak-Urgam is Bharki.
What is the pincode of Bharkichak-Urgam?
The pincode of Bharkichak-Urgam is 246443.
What is the population of Bharkichak-Urgam?
Bharkichak-Urgam had a total population of 133, including 72 males and 61 females.
How many households are there in Bharkichak-Urgam?
Bharkichak-Urgam had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bharkichak-Urgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bharkichak-Urgam was 72.27%. Male literacy was 92.31% and female literacy was 48.15%.