Chepadon - Tharali, Chamoli
Chepadon is a village situated in the Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tharali and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Chepron serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chepadon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chepadon is 041700. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.5 hectares and falls under the 246481 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Chepadon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chepadon
As per Census 2011, Chepadon village has a total population of 556 people, consisting of 261 males and 295 females. The village has 127 households and a sex ratio of 1,130 females per 1,000 males. There are 82 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 399 literate and 157 illiterate residents. Additionally, 69 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chepadon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 556 | 261 | 295 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 42 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 399 | 215 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 157 | 46 | 111 |
Nearby Villages of Chepadon
Chepadon 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 Chepadon
Chepadon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Chepadon is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Chepadon 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 Chepadon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chepadon 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chepadon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chepadon 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 Chepadon
Where is Chepadon located?
Chepadon village is located in Tharali Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chepadon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chepadon is Chepron.
What is the pincode of Chepadon?
The pincode of Chepadon is 246481.
What is the population of Chepadon?
Chepadon has a total population of 556, including 261 males and 295 females.
How many households are there in Chepadon?
There are 127 households in Chepadon.
What is the literacy rate in Chepadon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chepadon is 71.76%. Male literacy is 82.38% and female literacy is 62.37%.