Adra - Tharali, Chamoli
Adra is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kulsari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Adra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Adra is 041618. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.74 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Adra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Adra
According to the 2011 Census, Adra village had a total population of 341 people, including 167 males and 174 females, living in 73 households. The sex ratio was 1,042 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.07%, with male literacy at 94.66% and female literacy at 69.13%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 341 | 167 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 124 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 114 | 43 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Adra
Adra 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 Adra
Public transport in the Adra is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Adra is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Adra is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Adra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Adra 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Adra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Adra 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Adra
Where is Adra located?
Adra village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Adra?
The Gram Panchayat of Adra is Kulsari.
What is the pincode of Adra?
The pincode of Adra is 246481.
What is the population of Adra?
Adra had a total population of 341, including 167 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Adra?
Adra had 73 households.
What is the literacy rate in Adra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Adra was 81.07%. Male literacy was 94.66% and female literacy was 69.13%.