Chahali - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Chahali is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Choli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chahali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chahali is 050044. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.43 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Chahali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chahali
As per Census 2011, Chahali village has a total population of 61 people, consisting of 30 males and 31 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 1,033 females per 1,000 males. There are 8 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 43 literate and 18 illiterate residents. Additionally, 61 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chahali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Literate Population | 43 | 21 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Chahali
Chahali 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 Chahali
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chahali.
| 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 Pithoragarh to Chahali is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chahali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chahali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chahali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chahali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chahali
Where is Chahali located?
Chahali village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chahali?
The Gram Panchayat of Chahali is Choli.
What is the pincode of Chahali?
The pincode of Chahali is 262522.
What is the population of Chahali?
Chahali has a total population of 61, including 30 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Chahali?
There are 13 households in Chahali.
What is the literacy rate in Chahali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chahali is 70.49%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 70.97%.