Karchi

Karchi is a village located in Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Joshimath (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Regdi is the gram panchayat of Karchi village.

Karchi has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Karchi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Karchi is 040870. The village spans a total geographical area of 68.03 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246483. Joshimath is nearest town to Karchi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.

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Population of Karchi

Below is a concise population overview of Karchi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 328 158 170
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 50 23 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 70 37 33
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 245 129 116
Illiterate Population 83 29 54

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Karchi village:

  • The total population of Karchi village is around 328, including approximately 158 males and 170 females, with a sex ratio of 1075 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Karchi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Karchi village has 70 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Karchi village is about 74.70%, with male literacy at 81.65% and female literacy at 68.24%.
  • There are around 68 households in Karchi village.

Connectivity of Karchi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Karchi. As per the 2011 stats, Karchi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Karchi

Knowing the nearby villages of Karchi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Karchi.

Payya Chormi Dhak Kundikhola Tugasi Raigari Bilagar Chamtoli Topovan Gahar Bhangyul Karachhon

Frequently Asked Questions about Karchi

Where is Karchi located?
Karchi village is situated in Joshimath Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karchi is Regdi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Karchi?
The pincode of Karchi is 246483, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Karchi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Karchi is 328, with 158 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Karchi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Karchi village has a total of 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karchi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Karchi is 74.70%. The male literacy rate is 81.65%, while the female literacy rate is 68.24%.