Kal Chaura - Lohaghat, Champawat
Kal Chaura is a village situated in the Lohaghat tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lohaghat and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Kalchaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kal Chaura village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kal Chaura is 054247. The village covers a total geographical area of 194.23 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Kal Chaura village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kal Chaura
According to the 2011 Census, Kal Chaura village had a total population of 500 people, including 259 males and 241 females, living in 101 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.79%, with male literacy at 97.69% and female literacy at 77.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 500 | 259 | 241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 66 | 43 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 25 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 381 | 211 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 48 | 71 |
Nearby Villages of Kal Chaura
Kal 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 Kal Chaura
Kal Chaura 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 | 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 Lohaghat to Kal Chaura is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Kal Chaura is about 23 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 Kal Chaura
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kal Chaura 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 Kal 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 Kal 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kal Chaura
Where is Kal Chaura located?
Kal Chaura village is located in Lohaghat Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kal Chaura?
The Gram Panchayat of Kal Chaura is Kalchaura.
What is the pincode of Kal Chaura?
The pincode of Kal Chaura is 262524.
What is the population of Kal Chaura?
Kal Chaura had a total population of 500, including 259 males and 241 females.
How many households are there in Kal Chaura?
Kal Chaura had 101 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kal Chaura?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kal Chaura was 87.79%. Male literacy was 97.69% and female literacy was 77.98%.