Chrakot - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Chrakot is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from Pauri and around 19 km from Pauri. Charakot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chrakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chrakot is 045601. The village covers a total geographical area of 252.14 hectares and falls under the 246001 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chrakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chrakot
As per Census 2011, Chrakot village has a total population of 163 people, consisting of 79 males and 84 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,063 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 60 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chrakot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 163 | 79 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 16 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 59 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 20 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Chrakot
Chrakot 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 Chrakot
Chrakot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Pauri to Chrakot is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chrakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chrakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chrakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chrakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chrakot
Where is Chrakot located?
Chrakot village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chrakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Chrakot is Charakot.
What is the pincode of Chrakot?
The pincode of Chrakot is 246001.
What is the population of Chrakot?
Chrakot has a total population of 163, including 79 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Chrakot?
There are 42 households in Chrakot.
What is the literacy rate in Chrakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chrakot is 63.19%. Male literacy is 74.68% and female literacy is 52.38%.