Bheta Chak Urgam - Joshimath, Chamoli
Bheta Chak Urgam is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Bhenta serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bheta Chak Urgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bheta Chak Urgam is 040819. The village covers a total geographical area of 178.87 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Bheta Chak Urgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bheta Chak Urgam
As per Census 2011, Bheta Chak Urgam village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 183 males and 163 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 255 literate and 91 illiterate residents. Additionally, 16 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bheta Chak Urgam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 183 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 29 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 255 | 145 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 91 | 38 | 53 |
Nearby Villages of Bheta Chak Urgam
Bheta Chak 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 Bheta Chak Urgam
Bheta Chak Urgam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Bheta Chak Urgam is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Bheta Chak Urgam is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bheta Chak Urgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bheta Chak Urgam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Bheta Chak 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 Bheta Chak 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bheta Chak Urgam
Where is Bheta Chak Urgam located?
Bheta Chak Urgam village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bheta Chak Urgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Bheta Chak Urgam is Bhenta.
What is the pincode of Bheta Chak Urgam?
The pincode of Bheta Chak Urgam is 246443.
What is the population of Bheta Chak Urgam?
Bheta Chak Urgam has a total population of 346, including 183 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Bheta Chak Urgam?
There are 67 households in Bheta Chak Urgam.
What is the literacy rate in Bheta Chak Urgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bheta Chak Urgam is 73.70%. Male literacy is 79.23% and female literacy is 67.48%.