Chakarera - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Chakarera is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 82 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Chakrera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chakarera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chakarera is 042982. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.64 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Chakarera 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 Chakarera
As per Census 2011, Chakarera village has a total population of 1,133 people, consisting of 478 males and 655 females. The village has 231 households and a sex ratio of 1,370 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 673 literate and 460 illiterate residents. Additionally, 535 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chakarera are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,133 | 478 | 655 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 71 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 535 | 242 | 293 |
| Literate Population | 673 | 335 | 338 |
| Illiterate Population | 460 | 143 | 317 |
Nearby Villages of Chakarera
Chakarera 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 Chakarera
Public transport in the Chakarera is mainly available through bus 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 Tehri to Chakarera is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chakarera 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 Chakarera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chakarera 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 Chakarera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chakarera 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 Chakarera
Where is Chakarera located?
Chakarera village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chakarera?
The Gram Panchayat of Chakarera is Chakrera.
What is the pincode of Chakarera?
The pincode of Chakarera is 249155.
What is the population of Chakarera?
Chakarera has a total population of 1,133, including 478 males and 655 females.
How many households are there in Chakarera?
There are 231 households in Chakarera.
What is the literacy rate in Chakarera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chakarera is 59.40%. Male literacy is 70.08% and female literacy is 51.60%.