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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Karachhon
According to the 2011 Census, Karachhon village had a total population of 429 people, including 212 males and 217 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,024 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.24%, with male literacy at 93.37% and female literacy at 73.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 69.
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 | 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 had a total population of 429, including 212 males and 217 females.
How many households are there in Karachhon?
Karachhon had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karachhon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karachhon was 83.24%. Male literacy was 93.37% and female literacy was 73.22%.