Chaptari - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Chaptari is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Chaptadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaptari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaptari is 040161. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.3 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chaptari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaptari
As per Census 2011, Chaptari village has a total population of 331 people, consisting of 158 males and 173 females. The village has 67 households and a sex ratio of 1,094 females per 1,000 males. There are 51 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 186 literate and 145 illiterate residents. Additionally, 256 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaptari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 331 | 158 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 51 | 26 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 256 | 123 | 133 |
| Literate Population | 186 | 101 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 145 | 57 | 88 |
Nearby Villages of Chaptari
Chaptari 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 Chaptari
Chaptari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Chaptari is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Chaptari is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaptari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaptari 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaptari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaptari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chaptari
Where is Chaptari located?
Chaptari village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaptari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaptari is Chaptadi.
What is the pincode of Chaptari?
The pincode of Chaptari is 249185.
What is the population of Chaptari?
Chaptari has a total population of 331, including 158 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Chaptari?
There are 67 households in Chaptari.
What is the literacy rate in Chaptari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaptari is 56.19%. Male literacy is 63.92% and female literacy is 49.13%.