Chaka Saur - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Chaka Saur is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 94 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Chakasauru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaka Saur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaka Saur is 043245. The village covers a total geographical area of 123.07 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Chaka Saur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaka Saur
As per Census 2011, Chaka Saur village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 150 males and 161 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,073 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 227 literate and 84 illiterate residents. Additionally, 94 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaka Saur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 150 | 161 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 44 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 227 | 118 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 32 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Chaka Saur
Chaka Saur 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 Chaka Saur
Public transport in the Chaka Saur is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kirtinagar to Chaka Saur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chaka Saur is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaka Saur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaka Saur 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chaka Saur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaka Saur 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 Chaka Saur
Where is Chaka Saur located?
Chaka Saur village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaka Saur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaka Saur is Chakasauru.
What is the pincode of Chaka Saur?
The pincode of Chaka Saur is 249161.
What is the population of Chaka Saur?
Chaka Saur has a total population of 311, including 150 males and 161 females.
How many households are there in Chaka Saur?
There are 54 households in Chaka Saur.
What is the literacy rate in Chaka Saur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaka Saur is 72.99%. Male literacy is 78.67% and female literacy is 67.70%.