Trishula - Pokhari, Chamoli
Trishula is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 33 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Trishula village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Trishula is 041184. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.94 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Nandprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Trishula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Trishula
According to the 2011 Census, Trishula village had a total population of 203 people, including 100 males and 103 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,030 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 95.56% and female literacy at 60.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 203 | 100 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 15 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 86 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 14 | 49 |
Nearby Villages of Trishula
Trishula 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 Trishula
Trishula 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Nandprayag to Trishula is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Trishula is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Trishula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Trishula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Trishula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Trishula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Trishula
Where is Trishula located?
Trishula village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Trishula?
Trishula is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Trishula?
The pincode of Trishula is 246449.
What is the population of Trishula?
Trishula had a total population of 203, including 100 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Trishula?
Trishula had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Trishula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Trishula was 77.78%. Male literacy was 95.56% and female literacy was 60.00%.