Chaurakot - Pati, Champawat
Chaurakot is a village situated in the Pati tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pati and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Chora Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaurakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaurakot is 054019. The village covers a total geographical area of 353.08 hectares and falls under the 262561 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Chaurakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaurakot
According to the 2011 Census, Chaurakot village had a total population of 812 people, including 433 males and 379 females, living in 157 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.06%, with male literacy at 89.66% and female literacy at 60.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 207.
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 | 812 | 433 | 379 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 56 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 207 | 117 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 537 | 338 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 275 | 95 | 180 |
Nearby Villages of Chaurakot
Chaurakot 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 Chaurakot
Chaurakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Lohaghat to Chaurakot is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Chaurakot is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaurakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaurakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chaurakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaurakot 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chaurakot
Where is Chaurakot located?
Chaurakot village is located in Pati Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaurakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaurakot is Chora Kot.
What is the pincode of Chaurakot?
The pincode of Chaurakot is 262561.
What is the population of Chaurakot?
Chaurakot had a total population of 812, including 433 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Chaurakot?
Chaurakot had 157 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaurakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaurakot was 76.06%. Male literacy was 89.66% and female literacy was 60.49%.