Salna Chak Urgam - Joshimath, Chamoli
Salna Chak Urgam is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Lyari Theina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Salna Chak Urgam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Salna Chak Urgam is 040821. The village covers a total geographical area of 56.58 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Salna Chak Urgam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Salna Chak Urgam
According to the 2011 Census, Salna Chak Urgam village had a total population of 128 people, including 69 males and 59 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 855 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.08%, with male literacy at 87.72% and female literacy at 75.51%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 6.
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 | 128 | 69 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 50 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 19 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Salna Chak Urgam
Salna 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 Salna Chak Urgam
Public transport in the Salna Chak Urgam 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 >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 Salna Chak Urgam is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Salna Chak Urgam is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Salna Chak Urgam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Salna Chak Urgam 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Salna 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 Salna 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Salna Chak Urgam
Where is Salna Chak Urgam located?
Salna Chak Urgam village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Salna Chak Urgam?
The Gram Panchayat of Salna Chak Urgam is Lyari Theina.
What is the pincode of Salna Chak Urgam?
The pincode of Salna Chak Urgam is 246443.
What is the population of Salna Chak Urgam?
Salna Chak Urgam had a total population of 128, including 69 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Salna Chak Urgam?
Salna Chak Urgam had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Salna Chak Urgam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Salna Chak Urgam was 82.08%. Male literacy was 87.72% and female literacy was 75.51%.