Karchi - Joshimath, Chamoli
Karchi is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Regdi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Karchi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karchi is 040870. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.03 hectares and falls under the 246483 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Karchi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Karchi
According to the 2011 Census, Karchi village had a total population of 328 people, including 158 males and 170 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,076 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.13%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 81.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 70.
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 | 328 | 158 | 170 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 23 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 37 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 129 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 29 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Karchi
Karchi 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 Karchi
Karchi 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 >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 Karchi is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Karchi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karchi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karchi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Karchi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karchi 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 Karchi
Where is Karchi located?
Karchi village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Karchi?
The Gram Panchayat of Karchi is Regdi.
What is the pincode of Karchi?
The pincode of Karchi is 246483.
What is the population of Karchi?
Karchi had a total population of 328, including 158 males and 170 females.
How many households are there in Karchi?
Karchi had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karchi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karchi was 88.13%. Male literacy was 95.56% and female literacy was 81.12%.