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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Chauri village has a total population of 94 people, consisting of 49 males and 45 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 918 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 61 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chauri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 49 | 45 |
| 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 has a total population of 94, including 49 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Chauri?
There are 23 households in Chauri.
What is the literacy rate in Chauri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chauri is 64.89%. Male literacy is 73.47% and female literacy is 55.56%.