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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Churra
According to the 2011 Census, Churra village had a total population of 357 people, including 167 males and 190 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,138 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.92%, with male literacy at 88.81% and female literacy at 68.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 50.
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 | 357 | 167 | 190 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 24 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 25 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 357, including 167 males and 190 females.
How many households are there in Churra?
Churra had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churra was 77.92%. Male literacy was 88.81% and female literacy was 68.97%.