Chaura Kot - Poornagiri, Champawat
Chaura Kot is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Dhura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaura Kot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaura Kot is 054414. The village covers a total geographical area of 312.98 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chaura Kot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chaura Kot
According to the 2011 Census, Chaura Kot village had a total population of 221 people, including 115 males and 106 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.88%, with male literacy at 82.69% and female literacy at 68.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 77.
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 | 221 | 115 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 11 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 77 | 41 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 151 | 86 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 29 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Chaura Kot
Chaura Kot 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 Kot
Public transport in the Chaura Kot is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Tanakpur to Chaura Kot is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Chaura Kot is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaura Kot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaura Kot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaura Kot
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 Kot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaura Kot
Where is Chaura Kot located?
Chaura Kot village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaura Kot?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaura Kot is Dhura.
What is the pincode of Chaura Kot?
The pincode of Chaura Kot is 262523.
What is the population of Chaura Kot?
Chaura Kot had a total population of 221, including 115 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Chaura Kot?
Chaura Kot had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaura Kot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaura Kot was 75.88%. Male literacy was 82.69% and female literacy was 68.42%.