Chaukhuta - Dhari, Nainital
Chaukhuta is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Chaukhuta village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaukhuta is 054928. The village covers a total geographical area of 317.11 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Chaukhuta 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
As per Census 2011, Chaukhuta village has a total population of 1,080 people, consisting of 546 males and 534 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males. There are 177 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 779 literate and 301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 324 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaukhuta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,080 | 546 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 83 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 167 | 157 |
| Literate Population | 779 | 439 | 340 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 107 | 194 |
Nearby Villages of Chaukhuta
Chaukhuta 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
Chaukhuta 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 is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chaukhuta is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaukhuta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaukhuta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaukhuta
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaukhuta
Where is Chaukhuta located?
Chaukhuta village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaukhuta?
Chaukhuta is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaukhuta?
The pincode of Chaukhuta is 263136.
What is the population of Chaukhuta?
Chaukhuta has a total population of 1,080, including 546 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Chaukhuta?
There are 187 households in Chaukhuta.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukhuta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaukhuta is 72.13%. Male literacy is 80.40% and female literacy is 63.67%.