Bood Chaura - Lohaghat, Champawat
Bood Chaura is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 21 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Dungari Fartiyal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Bood Chaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Bood Chaura is 054253. The village covers a total geographical area of 21.79 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Bood Chaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Bood Chaura
As per Census 2011, Bood Chaura village has a total population of 174 people, consisting of 85 males and 89 females. The village has 39 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 124 literate and 50 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Bood Chaura are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 174 | 85 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 66 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 50 | 19 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Bood Chaura
Bood Chaura 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 Bood Chaura
Public transport in the Bood Chaura 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 Lohaghat to Bood Chaura is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Bood Chaura is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Bood Chaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Bood Chaura 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 Bood Chaura
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Bood Chaura 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Bood Chaura
Where is Bood Chaura located?
Bood Chaura village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Bood Chaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Bood Chaura is Dungari Fartiyal.
What is the pincode of Bood Chaura?
The pincode of Bood Chaura is 262524.
What is the population of Bood Chaura?
Bood Chaura has a total population of 174, including 85 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Bood Chaura?
There are 39 households in Bood Chaura.
What is the literacy rate in Bood Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Bood Chaura is 71.26%. Male literacy is 77.65% and female literacy is 65.17%.