Chakar Gaon - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Chakar Gaon is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 92 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Chakragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakar Gaon is 042857. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.62 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Chakar Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chakar Gaon
As per Census 2011, Chakar Gaon village has a total population of 224 people, consisting of 94 males and 130 females. The village has 47 households and a sex ratio of 1,382 females per 1,000 males. There are 43 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 104 literate and 120 illiterate residents. Additionally, 64 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakar Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 224 | 94 | 130 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 43 | 22 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 29 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 59 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 120 | 35 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Chakar Gaon
Chakar Gaon 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 Chakar Gaon
Public transport in the Chakar Gaon is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Chakar Gaon is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chakar Gaon is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chakar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakar Gaon 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chakar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakar Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chakar Gaon
Where is Chakar Gaon located?
Chakar Gaon village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakar Gaon is Chakragaon.
What is the pincode of Chakar Gaon?
The pincode of Chakar Gaon is 249155.
What is the population of Chakar Gaon?
Chakar Gaon has a total population of 224, including 94 males and 130 females.
How many households are there in Chakar Gaon?
There are 47 households in Chakar Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chakar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakar Gaon is 46.43%. Male literacy is 62.77% and female literacy is 34.62%.