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
According to the 2011 Census, Chaukhuta village had a total population of 1,080 people, including 546 males and 534 females, living in 187 households. The sex ratio was 978 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.27%, with male literacy at 94.82% and female literacy at 77.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 324.
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 | 1,080 | 546 | 534 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 177 | 83 | 94 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 324 | 167 | 157 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 1,080, including 546 males and 534 females.
How many households are there in Chaukhuta?
Chaukhuta had 187 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaukhuta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaukhuta was 86.27%. Male literacy was 94.82% and female literacy was 77.27%.