Karchauda - Narayanbagar, Chamoli
Karchauda is a village situated in the Narayanbagar tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from Tharali and around 85 km from Gopeshwar.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karchauda is 041607. The village covers a total geographical area of 9.24 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
For political representation, the village falls under the Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karchauda
According to the 2011 Census, Karchauda village had a total population of 22 people, including 12 males and 10 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 833 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.12%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 87.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 3 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Karchauda
Karchauda 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 Karchauda
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Karchauda is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Karchauda is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Karchauda
Where is Karchauda located?
Karchauda village is located in Narayanbagar Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the pincode of Karchauda?
The pincode of Karchauda is 246481.
What is the population of Karchauda?
Karchauda had a total population of 22, including 12 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Karchauda?
Karchauda had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karchauda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karchauda was 94.12%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 87.50%.