Chakrushera - Balganga, Tehri Garhwal
Chakrushera is a village situated in the Balganga tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from Ghansali and around 70 km from New Tehri. Gangar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakrushera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakrushera is 042915. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.1 hectares and falls under the 249125 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Chakrushera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakrushera
According to the 2011 Census, Chakrushera village had a total population of 91 people, including 48 males and 43 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 896 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.25%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 80.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 38.
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 | 91 | 48 | 43 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 4 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 44 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 4 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Chakrushera
Chakrushera is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Nail | South-East | 1.97 km |
| Gaujiyana | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Ghansali | North-East | 2.10 km |
| Sarans Gaon | North | 2.10 km |
| Sandul Maya Camara | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Bausla | South | 2.38 km |
| Indrola | South | 2.49 km |
| Lasi | West | 2.67 km |
| Thapla | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Silyara | North | 3.05 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chakrushera
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chakrushera. The nearest railway station is Rishikesh, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 42.5 km.
| 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 Tehri to Chakrushera is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chakrushera is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakrushera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakrushera 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 Chakrushera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakrushera 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 Chakrushera
Where is Chakrushera located?
Chakrushera village is located in Balganga Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakrushera?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakrushera is Gangar.
What is the pincode of Chakrushera?
The pincode of Chakrushera is 249125.
What is the population of Chakrushera?
Chakrushera had a total population of 91, including 48 males and 43 females.
How many households are there in Chakrushera?
Chakrushera had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chakrushera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakrushera was 91.25%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 80.56%.