Chauri - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Chauri is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Maanipur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chauri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chauri is 049779. The village covers a total geographical area of 10.24 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 62 km away.
Chauri 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 Chauri
According to the 2011 Census, Chauri village had a total population of 94 people, including 49 males and 45 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 918 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.49%, with male literacy at 83.72% and female literacy at 62.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 94.
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 | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 61 | 36 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Chauri
Chauri 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 Chauri
Public transport in the Chauri is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Chauri is about 62 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chauri is about 96 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 Chauri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chauri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chauri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chauri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chauri
Where is Chauri located?
Chauri village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chauri?
The Gram Panchayat of Chauri is Maanipur.
What is the pincode of Chauri?
The pincode of Chauri is 262534.
What is the population of Chauri?
Chauri had a total population of 94, including 49 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Chauri?
Chauri had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauri was 73.49%. Male literacy was 83.72% and female literacy was 62.50%.