Chulakot - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Chulakot is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Chulakot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chulakot is 041448. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.33 hectares and falls under the 246474 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chulakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chulakot
According to the 2011 Census, Chulakot village had a total population of 57 people, including 27 males and 30 females, living in 14 households. The sex ratio was 1,111 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.51%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 61.54%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Chulakot
Chulakot 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 Chulakot
Chulakot 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 5-10 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 Karnaprayag to Chulakot is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Chulakot is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chulakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chulakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chulakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chulakot 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chulakot
Where is Chulakot located?
Chulakot village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chulakot?
Chulakot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chulakot?
The pincode of Chulakot is 246474.
What is the population of Chulakot?
Chulakot had a total population of 57, including 27 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Chulakot?
Chulakot had 14 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chulakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chulakot was 75.51%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 61.54%.