Chaura Dhek - Lohaghat, Champawat
Chaura Dhek is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Bandela Dek serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaura Dhek village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura Dhek is 054246. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.01 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chaura Dhek village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaura Dhek
According to the 2011 Census, Chaura Dhek village had a total population of 123 people, including 66 males and 57 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.31%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 68.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 123 | 66 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 52 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 14 | 22 |
Nearby Villages of Chaura Dhek
Chaura Dhek 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 Chaura Dhek
Chaura Dhek is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lohaghat to Chaura Dhek is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Chaura Dhek is about 17 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 Chaura Dhek
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaura Dhek village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chaura Dhek
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaura Dhek village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chaura Dhek
Where is Chaura Dhek located?
Chaura Dhek village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaura Dhek?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaura Dhek is Bandela Dek.
What is the pincode of Chaura Dhek?
The pincode of Chaura Dhek is 262524.
What is the population of Chaura Dhek?
Chaura Dhek had a total population of 123, including 66 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Chaura Dhek?
Chaura Dhek had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura Dhek?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura Dhek was 81.31%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 68.63%.