Chharchhum
About Chharchhum
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chharchhum village is 049139. Chharchhum village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 13km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 83km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chharchhum village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 121.06 hectares. Chharchhum has a total population of 302 peoples, out of which male population is 145 while female population is 157. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1082 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chharchhum village is 71.19% out of which 82.76% males and 60.51% females are literate. There are about 67 houses in chharchhum village. Pincode of chharchhum village locality is 262576.
When it comes to administration, Chharchhum village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chharchhum village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to chharchhum village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
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Population of Chharchhum
The population details of Chharchhum cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 302 | 145 | 157 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 120 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 25 | 62 |
Connectivity of Chharchhum
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chharchhum
Where is Chharchhum located?
Chharchhum village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chharchhum?
Chharchhum serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chharchhum?
The pincode of Chharchhum is 262576, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chharchhum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chharchhum is 302, with 145 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Chharchhum as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chharchhum village has a total of 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chharchhum as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chharchhum is 71.19%. The male literacy rate is 82.76%, while the female literacy rate is 60.51%.