Charkhilgwar - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Charkhilgwar is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sunak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charkhilgwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charkhilgwar is 041310. The village covers a total geographical area of 18.83 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Charkhilgwar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charkhilgwar
As per Census 2011, Charkhilgwar village has a total population of 47 people, consisting of 20 males and 27 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,350 females per 1,000 males. There are 3 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 39 literate and 8 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charkhilgwar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 47 | 20 | 27 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 2 | 6 |
Nearby Villages of Charkhilgwar
Charkhilgwar 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 Charkhilgwar
Charkhilgwar 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 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gochar to Charkhilgwar is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Charkhilgwar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charkhilgwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charkhilgwar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Charkhilgwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charkhilgwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charkhilgwar
Where is Charkhilgwar located?
Charkhilgwar village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charkhilgwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Charkhilgwar is Sunak.
What is the pincode of Charkhilgwar?
The pincode of Charkhilgwar is 246429.
What is the population of Charkhilgwar?
Charkhilgwar has a total population of 47, including 20 males and 27 females.
How many households are there in Charkhilgwar?
There are 11 households in Charkhilgwar.
What is the literacy rate in Charkhilgwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charkhilgwar is 82.98%. Male literacy is 90.00% and female literacy is 77.78%.