Chaushali - Dhari, Nainital
Chaushali is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Sakdeena serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaushali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaushali is 054955. The village covers a total geographical area of 36.85 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chaushali 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 Chaushali
According to the 2011 Census, Chaushali village had a total population of 134 people, including 79 males and 55 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 696 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.14%, with male literacy at 87.88% and female literacy at 73.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 134.
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 | 134 | 79 | 55 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 13 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 134 | 79 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 92 | 58 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 21 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Chaushali
Chaushali 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 Chaushali
Chaushali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhimtal to Chaushali is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chaushali is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaushali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaushali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chaushali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaushali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaushali
Where is Chaushali located?
Chaushali village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaushali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaushali is Sakdeena.
What is the pincode of Chaushali?
The pincode of Chaushali is 263136.
What is the population of Chaushali?
Chaushali had a total population of 134, including 79 males and 55 females.
How many households are there in Chaushali?
Chaushali had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaushali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaushali was 82.14%. Male literacy was 87.88% and female literacy was 73.91%.