Churra - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Churra is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from Lansdowne and around 102 km from Pauri. Chwara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churra is 047294. The village covers a total geographical area of 478.36 hectares and falls under the 246144 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 31 km away.
Churra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Churra
As per Census 2011, Churra village has a total population of 357 people, consisting of 167 males and 190 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,137 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 110 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Churra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 167 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 127 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 40 | 70 |
Nearby Villages of Churra
Churra 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 Churra
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Churra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lansdowne to Churra is about 31 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Churra is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churra 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 Churra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churra 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Churra
Where is Churra located?
Churra village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churra?
The Gram Panchayat of Churra is Chwara.
What is the pincode of Churra?
The pincode of Churra is 246144.
What is the population of Churra?
Churra has a total population of 357, including 167 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Churra?
There are 104 households in Churra.
What is the literacy rate in Churra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churra is 69.19%. Male literacy is 76.05% and female literacy is 63.16%.