Ashothi - Tharali, Chamoli
Ashothi is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 94 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sunau Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ashothi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ashothi is 041719. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Ashothi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Ashothi
According to the 2011 Census, Ashothi village had a total population of 38 people, including 17 males and 21 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,235 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.97%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 52.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 11 | 1 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Ashothi
Ashothi 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 Ashothi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Ashothi.
| 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 Ashothi is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Ashothi is about 94 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 Ashothi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ashothi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Ashothi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ashothi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ashothi
Where is Ashothi located?
Ashothi village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Ashothi?
The Gram Panchayat of Ashothi is Sunau Malla.
What is the pincode of Ashothi?
The pincode of Ashothi is 246481.
What is the population of Ashothi?
Ashothi had a total population of 38, including 17 males and 21 females.
How many households are there in Ashothi?
Ashothi had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ashothi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ashothi was 72.97%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 52.38%.