Gaidali Charma - Kanalichhina, Pithoragarh
Gaidali Charma is a village situated in the Kanalichhina tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Didihat and around 42 km from Pithoragarh. Kotali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaidali Charma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaidali Charma is 049395. The village covers a total geographical area of 63.36 hectares and falls under the 262541 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Gaidali Charma 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaidali Charma
According to the 2011 Census, Gaidali Charma village had a total population of 17 people, including 8 males and 9 females, living in 5 households. The sex ratio was 1,125 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 77.78%.
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 | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Gaidali Charma
Gaidali Charma 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 Gaidali Charma
Public transport in the Gaidali Charma is mainly available through shared van 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 Gaidali Charma is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Gaidali Charma is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaidali Charma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaidali Charma village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gaidali Charma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaidali Charma 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gaidali Charma
Where is Gaidali Charma located?
Gaidali Charma village is located in Kanalichhina Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gaidali Charma?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaidali Charma is Kotali.
What is the pincode of Gaidali Charma?
The pincode of Gaidali Charma is 262541.
What is the population of Gaidali Charma?
Gaidali Charma had a total population of 17, including 8 males and 9 females.
How many households are there in Gaidali Charma?
Gaidali Charma had 5 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaidali Charma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaidali Charma was 82.35%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 77.78%.