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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Bheta Chak Urgam
According to the 2011 Census, Bheta Chak Urgam village had a total population of 346 people, including 183 males and 163 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.72%, with male literacy at 94.16% and female literacy at 74.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 16.
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 | 346 | 183 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 29 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 346, including 183 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Bheta Chak Urgam?
Bheta Chak Urgam had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Bheta Chak Urgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bheta Chak Urgam was 84.72%. Male literacy was 94.16% and female literacy was 74.83%.