Chulkot - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Chulkot is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 135 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chulkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chulkot is 048887. The village covers a total geographical area of 130.93 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 66 km away.
Chulkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chulkot
According to the 2011 Census, Chulkot village had a total population of 220 people, including 111 males and 109 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.42%, with male literacy at 87.64% and female literacy at 63.33%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 118.
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 | 220 | 111 | 109 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 118 | 61 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 78 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 33 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Chulkot
Chulkot 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 Chulkot
Public transport in the Chulkot is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Didihat to Chulkot is about 66 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chulkot is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chulkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chulkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chulkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chulkot 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 Chulkot
Where is Chulkot located?
Chulkot village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chulkot?
Chulkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chulkot?
The pincode of Chulkot is 262554.
What is the population of Chulkot?
Chulkot had a total population of 220, including 111 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Chulkot?
Chulkot had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chulkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chulkot was 75.42%. Male literacy was 87.64% and female literacy was 63.33%.