Chaka Pichwara - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Chaka Pichwara is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Jakhnidhar and around 63 km from New Tehri. Chaka Pichwara village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaka Pichwara is 043591. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.95 hectares and falls under the 249121 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Chaka Pichwara 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 Pichwara
According to the 2011 Census, Chaka Pichwara village had a total population of 150 people, including 70 males and 80 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,143 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.35%, with male literacy at 96.72% and female literacy at 70.67%.
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 | 150 | 70 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 112 | 59 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 11 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Chaka Pichwara
Chaka Pichwara 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 Pichwara
Chaka Pichwara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Tehri to Chaka Pichwara is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chaka Pichwara is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaka Pichwara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaka Pichwara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chaka Pichwara
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 Pichwara 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chaka Pichwara
Where is Chaka Pichwara located?
Chaka Pichwara village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaka Pichwara?
Chaka Pichwara is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaka Pichwara?
The pincode of Chaka Pichwara is 249121.
What is the population of Chaka Pichwara?
Chaka Pichwara had a total population of 150, including 70 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Chaka Pichwara?
Chaka Pichwara had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaka Pichwara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaka Pichwara was 82.35%. Male literacy was 96.72% and female literacy was 70.67%.