Chak Pot - Dhanaulti, Tehri Garhwal
Chak Pot is a village situated in the Dhanaulti tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanaulti and around 82 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Khera Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chak Pot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chak Pot is 044234. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.63 hectares and falls under the 249180 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chak Pot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chak Pot
As per Census 2011, Chak Pot village has a total population of 70 people, consisting of 38 males and 32 females. The village has 10 households and a sex ratio of 842 females per 1,000 males. There are 11 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 50 literate and 20 illiterate residents. Additionally, 44 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chak Pot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 70 | 38 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 32 | 18 |
| Illiterate Population | 20 | 6 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Chak Pot
Chak Pot 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Maitoli Sera | South-West | 0.51 km |
| Odars | North | 0.65 km |
| Bhuyasari | South | 0.95 km |
| Khera Malla | South-West | 1.48 km |
| Khera Talla | South | 1.80 km |
| Pujaldi | North | 1.81 km |
| Thikmal Duguda | West | 1.91 km |
| Mundani | South-West | 2.08 km |
| Moldhar | North-East | 2.34 km |
| Kinsu | West | 2.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chak Pot
Chak Pot is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 31.7 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 Mussoorie to Chak Pot is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chak Pot is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chak Pot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chak Pot 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chak Pot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chak Pot 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 Chak Pot
Where is Chak Pot located?
Chak Pot village is located in Dhanaulti Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chak Pot?
The Gram Panchayat of Chak Pot is Khera Malla.
What is the pincode of Chak Pot?
The pincode of Chak Pot is 249180.
What is the population of Chak Pot?
Chak Pot has a total population of 70, including 38 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Chak Pot?
There are 10 households in Chak Pot.
What is the literacy rate in Chak Pot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chak Pot is 71.43%. Male literacy is 84.21% and female literacy is 56.25%.