Charkham
Charkham is a village located in Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Munsiari (tehsildar office) and 117km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Darati is the gram panchayat of Charkham village.
Here you can discover what makes Charkham unique in its vibrant Munsiari-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Charkham’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Charkham
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Charkham is 048949. The village spans a total geographical area of 22.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262554. Didihat is nearest town to Charkham village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 94km away.
Google Map of Charkham
Population of Charkham
According to the 2011 Census, Charkham has a total population of about 250, with approximately 122 males and 128 females. The sex ratio is around 1049 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 37 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 205 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 41. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.80%, with male literacy at about 70.49% and female literacy near 59.38%. There are around 56 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Charkham's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 250 | 122 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 41 | 17 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 86 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 88 | 36 | 52 |
Connectivity of Charkham
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Charkham. As per the 2011 stats, Charkham had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Charkham
Knowing the nearby villages of Charkham helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Charkham.
Frequently Asked Questions about Charkham
- Where is Charkham located?
- Charkham village is situated in Munsiari Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Charkham?
- The Gram Panchayat of Charkham is Darati (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Charkham?
- The pincode of Charkham is 262554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Charkham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Charkham is 250, with 122 males and 128 females.
- How many households are there in Charkham as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Charkham village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Charkham as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Charkham is 64.80%. The male literacy rate is 70.49%, while the female literacy rate is 59.38%.