Churer Dhar - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Churer Dhar is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 17 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Chopriyalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Churer Dhar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Churer Dhar is 043908. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.26 hectares and falls under the 249145 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Churer Dhar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Churer Dhar
According to the 2011 Census, Churer Dhar village had a total population of 313 people, including 144 males and 169 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,174 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.96%, with male literacy at 97.74% and female literacy at 76.10%.
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 | 313 | 144 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 130 | 121 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 14 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Churer Dhar
Churer Dhar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Chopariyal Gaon | North-West | 0.75 km |
| Arogi | South | 0.99 km |
| Kanthar Gaon | East | 1.07 km |
| Manjyar Gaon | East | 1.42 km |
| Tilwal Gaon | South-East | 1.53 km |
| Dharkot | West | 1.56 km |
| Hadam Talla | South-East | 1.89 km |
| Kakhwari | West | 2.31 km |
| Arakot | South | 2.43 km |
| Bara Khet | South | 2.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Churer Dhar
Churer Dhar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 24.3 km.
| 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 Chamba to Churer Dhar is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Churer Dhar is about 17 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Churer Dhar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Churer Dhar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Churer Dhar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Churer Dhar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Churer Dhar
Where is Churer Dhar located?
Churer Dhar village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Churer Dhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Churer Dhar is Chopriyalgaon.
What is the pincode of Churer Dhar?
The pincode of Churer Dhar is 249145.
What is the population of Churer Dhar?
Churer Dhar had a total population of 313, including 144 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Churer Dhar?
Churer Dhar had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Churer Dhar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Churer Dhar was 85.96%. Male literacy was 97.74% and female literacy was 76.10%.