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.
Charkham has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Charkham as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Charkham village:
- The total population of Charkham village is around 250, including approximately 122 males and 128 females, with a sex ratio of 1049 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 37 children aged 0–6 years in Charkham village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Charkham village has 205 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 41 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Charkham village is about 64.80%, with male literacy at 70.49% and female literacy at 59.38%.
- There are around 56 households in Charkham village.
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%.