Chaukhuta Chak Gajar - Dhari, Nainital
Chaukhuta Chak Gajar is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Gajar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaukhuta Chak Gajar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaukhuta Chak Gajar is 054926. The village covers a total geographical area of 204.76 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chaukhuta Chak Gajar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaukhuta Chak Gajar
According to the 2011 Census, Chaukhuta Chak Gajar village had a total population of 673 people, including 335 males and 338 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.15%, with male literacy at 93.93% and female literacy at 88.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 673 | 335 | 338 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 55 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 515 | 263 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 158 | 72 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Chaukhuta Chak Gajar
Chaukhuta Chak Gajar 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 Chaukhuta Chak Gajar
Chaukhuta Chak Gajar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhowali to Chaukhuta Chak Gajar is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chaukhuta Chak Gajar is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaukhuta Chak Gajar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaukhuta Chak Gajar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaukhuta Chak Gajar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaukhuta Chak Gajar 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaukhuta Chak Gajar
Where is Chaukhuta Chak Gajar located?
Chaukhuta Chak Gajar village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaukhuta Chak Gajar?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaukhuta Chak Gajar is Gajar.
What is the pincode of Chaukhuta Chak Gajar?
The pincode of Chaukhuta Chak Gajar is 263136.
What is the population of Chaukhuta Chak Gajar?
Chaukhuta Chak Gajar had a total population of 673, including 335 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Chaukhuta Chak Gajar?
Chaukhuta Chak Gajar had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukhuta Chak Gajar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaukhuta Chak Gajar was 91.15%. Male literacy was 93.93% and female literacy was 88.42%.