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
As per Census 2011, Chharchhum village has a total population of 302 people, consisting of 145 males and 157 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,082 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 215 literate and 87 illiterate residents. Additionally, 9 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chharchhum are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 302, including 145 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Chharchhum?
There are 67 households in Chharchhum.
What is the literacy rate in Chharchhum?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chharchhum is 71.19%. Male literacy is 82.76% and female literacy is 60.51%.