Chachar - Kichha, Udham Singh Nagar
Chachar is a village situated in the Kichha tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kichha and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Chachar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chachar is 056000. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.56 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Kichha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Chachar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kichha Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chachar
As per Census 2011, Chachar village has a total population of 310 people, consisting of 164 males and 146 females. The village has 62 households and a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 208 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 32 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chachar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 164 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 18 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 117 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 47 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Chachar
Chachar 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 Chachar
Chachar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chachar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kichha to Chachar is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Chachar is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chachar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chachar 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 Chachar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chachar 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 Chachar
Where is Chachar located?
Chachar village is located in Kichha Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chachar?
Chachar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chachar?
The pincode of Chachar is 263148.
What is the population of Chachar?
Chachar has a total population of 310, including 164 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Chachar?
There are 62 households in Chachar.
What is the literacy rate in Chachar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chachar is 67.10%. Male literacy is 71.34% and female literacy is 62.33%.