Karachhon - Joshimath, Chamoli
Karachhon is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Karchhon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karachhon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karachhon is 040876. The village covers a total geographical area of 152.01 hectares and falls under the 246483 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Karachhon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Karachhon
As per Census 2011, Karachhon village has a total population of 429 people, consisting of 212 males and 217 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,023 females per 1,000 males. There are 65 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 303 literate and 126 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 69 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Karachhon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 429 | 212 | 217 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 65 | 31 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 69 | 26 | 43 |
| Literate Population | 303 | 169 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 43 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Karachhon
Karachhon 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 Karachhon
Karachhon 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 <5 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 Joshimath to Karachhon is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Karachhon is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karachhon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karachhon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Karachhon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karachhon 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 Karachhon
Where is Karachhon located?
Karachhon village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karachhon?
The Gram Panchayat of Karachhon is Karchhon.
What is the pincode of Karachhon?
The pincode of Karachhon is 246483.
What is the population of Karachhon?
Karachhon has a total population of 429, including 212 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Karachhon?
There are 83 households in Karachhon.
What is the literacy rate in Karachhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karachhon is 70.63%. Male literacy is 79.72% and female literacy is 61.75%.