Chharchhum - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Chharchhum is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chharchhum village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chharchhum is 049139. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.06 hectares and falls under the 262576 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chharchhum village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chharchhum
According to the 2011 Census, Chharchhum village had a total population of 302 people, including 145 males and 157 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,083 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.44%, with male literacy at 95.24% and female literacy at 68.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 302 | 145 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 4 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 120 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 25 | 62 |
Nearby Villages of Chharchhum
Chharchhum 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 Chharchhum
Chharchhum is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Dharchula to Chharchhum is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chharchhum is about 83 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chharchhum
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chharchhum 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chharchhum
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chharchhum 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chharchhum
Where is Chharchhum located?
Chharchhum village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chharchhum?
Chharchhum is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chharchhum?
The pincode of Chharchhum is 262576.
What is the population of Chharchhum?
Chharchhum had a total population of 302, including 145 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Chharchhum?
Chharchhum had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chharchhum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chharchhum was 81.44%. Male literacy was 95.24% and female literacy was 68.84%.