Chahaj
About Chahaj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chahaj village is 050146. Chahaj village is located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chahaj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 281.6 hectares. Chahaj has a total population of 450 peoples, out of which male population is 218 while female population is 232. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1064 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chahaj village is 69.78% out of which 81.19% males and 59.05% females are literate. There are about 114 houses in chahaj village. Pincode of chahaj village locality is 262522.
When it comes to administration, Chahaj 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, Chahaj village comes under Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Pithoragarh is nearest town to chahaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 57km away.
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Population of Chahaj
The population details of Chahaj 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 | 450 | 218 | 232 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 69 | 36 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 314 | 177 | 137 |
| Illiterate Population | 136 | 41 | 95 |
Connectivity of Chahaj
| 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 Chahaj
Where is Chahaj located?
Chahaj village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chahaj?
Chahaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chahaj?
The pincode of Chahaj is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chahaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chahaj is 450, with 218 males and 232 females.
How many households are there in Chahaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chahaj village has a total of 114 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chahaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chahaj is 69.78%. The male literacy rate is 81.19%, while the female literacy rate is 59.05%.