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 Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Charkham
According to the 2011 Census, Charkham village had a total population of 250 people, including 122 males and 128 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.06%, with male literacy at 85.15% and female literacy at 67.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 205, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 41.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| 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 had a total population of 250, including 122 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Charkham?
Charkham had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Charkham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Charkham was 76.06%. Male literacy was 85.15% and female literacy was 67.86%.