Charkham - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Charkham is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 117 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Darati serves as the Gram Panchayat for Charkham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Charkham is 048949. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.82 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Charkham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Charkham
As per Census 2011, Charkham village has a total population of 250 people, consisting of 122 males and 128 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,049 females per 1,000 males. There are 37 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 162 literate and 88 illiterate residents. Additionally, 205 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 41 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Charkham are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Charkham
Charkham 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 Charkham
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Charkham.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Charkham is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Charkham is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Charkham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Charkham 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Charkham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Charkham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Charkham
Where is Charkham located?
Charkham village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Charkham?
The Gram Panchayat of Charkham is Darati.
What is the pincode of Charkham?
The pincode of Charkham is 262554.
What is the population of Charkham?
Charkham has a total population of 250, including 122 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Charkham?
There are 56 households in Charkham.
What is the literacy rate in Charkham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charkham is 64.80%. Male literacy is 70.49% and female literacy is 59.38%.