Uchougaur - Joshimath, Chamoli
Uchougaur is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 107 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kalgoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Uchougaur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Uchougaur is 040831. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.57 hectares and falls under the 246472 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Uchougaur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Uchougaur
According to the 2011 Census, Uchougaur village had a total population of 46 people, including 24 males and 22 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 917 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.61%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 65.00%.
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 | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 6 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Uchougaur
Uchougaur 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 Uchougaur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Uchougaur.
| 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 Uchougaur is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Uchougaur is about 107 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Uchougaur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Uchougaur 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 Uchougaur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Uchougaur 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 Uchougaur
Where is Uchougaur located?
Uchougaur village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Uchougaur?
The Gram Panchayat of Uchougaur is Kalgoth.
What is the pincode of Uchougaur?
The pincode of Uchougaur is 246472.
What is the population of Uchougaur?
Uchougaur had a total population of 46, including 24 males and 22 females.
How many households are there in Uchougaur?
Uchougaur had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Uchougaur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Uchougaur was 75.61%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 65.00%.