Chacharet - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Chacharet is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chachrait serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chacharet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chacharet is 049743. The village covers a total geographical area of 35.35 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Chacharet 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chacharet
According to the 2011 Census, Chacharet village had a total population of 246 people, including 126 males and 120 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 952 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.00%, with male literacy at 97.30% and female literacy at 82.57%.
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 | 246 | 126 | 120 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 108 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 18 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Chacharet
Chacharet 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 Chacharet
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chacharet.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Chacharet is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chacharet is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chacharet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chacharet village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chacharet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chacharet 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 Chacharet
Where is Chacharet located?
Chacharet village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chacharet?
The Gram Panchayat of Chacharet is Chachrait.
What is the pincode of Chacharet?
The pincode of Chacharet is 262534.
What is the population of Chacharet?
Chacharet had a total population of 246, including 126 males and 120 females.
How many households are there in Chacharet?
Chacharet had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chacharet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chacharet was 90.00%. Male literacy was 97.30% and female literacy was 82.57%.