Churigar - Dhari, Nainital
Churigar is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 64 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Churigad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churigar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churigar is 055030. The village covers a total geographical area of 230.99 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Churigar 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 Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Churigar
According to the 2011 Census, Churigar village had a total population of 922 people, including 453 males and 469 females, living in 171 households. The sex ratio was 1,035 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.43%, with male literacy at 95.50% and female literacy at 79.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 307.
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 | 922 | 453 | 469 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 158 | 75 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 307 | 158 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 668 | 361 | 307 |
| Illiterate Population | 254 | 92 | 162 |
Nearby Villages of Churigar
Churigar 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 Churigar
Churigar 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 Bhimtal to Churigar is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Churigar is about 64 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churigar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churigar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Churigar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churigar 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 Churigar
Where is Churigar located?
Churigar village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Churigar?
The Gram Panchayat of Churigar is Churigad.
What is the pincode of Churigar?
The pincode of Churigar is 263136.
What is the population of Churigar?
Churigar had a total population of 922, including 453 males and 469 females.
How many households are there in Churigar?
Churigar had 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churigar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churigar was 87.43%. Male literacy was 95.50% and female literacy was 79.53%.