Chelkot - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Chelkot is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from Lohaghat and around 26 km from Champawat. Basan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chelkot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chelkot is 054299. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.98 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Champawat is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Chelkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chelkot
According to the 2011 Census, Chelkot village had a total population of 30 people, including 16 males and 14 females, living in 7 households. The sex ratio was 875 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 58.33%.
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 | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 2 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Chelkot
Chelkot 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 Chelkot
Public transport in the Chelkot 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 Champawat to Chelkot is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chelkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chelkot 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 Chelkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chelkot 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chelkot
Where is Chelkot located?
Chelkot village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chelkot?
The Gram Panchayat of Chelkot is Basan.
What is the pincode of Chelkot?
The pincode of Chelkot is 262524.
What is the population of Chelkot?
Chelkot had a total population of 30, including 16 males and 14 females.
How many households are there in Chelkot?
Chelkot had 7 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chelkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chelkot was 77.78%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 58.33%.