Chhara
Chhara is a village located in Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Puraula (tehsildar office) and 123km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kurda is the gram panchayat of Chhara village.
Here you can discover what makes Chhara unique in its vibrant Puraula-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Chhara’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chhara is 040122. The village spans a total geographical area of 56.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249185. Barkot is nearest town to Chhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.
Google Map of Chhara
Population of Chhara
According to the 2011 Census, Chhara has a total population of about 477, with approximately 233 males and 244 females. The sex ratio is around 1047 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 252 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.59%, with male literacy at about 68.67% and female literacy near 52.87%. There are around 99 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 477 | 233 | 244 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 82 | 41 | 41 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 252 | 117 | 135 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
Literate Population | 289 | 160 | 129 |
Illiterate Population | 188 | 73 | 115 |
Connectivity of Chhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chhara. As per the 2011 stats, Chhara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Chhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chhara
- Where is Chhara located?
- Chhara village is situated in Puraula Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chhara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chhara is Kurda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chhara?
- The pincode of Chhara is 249185, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chhara is 477, with 233 males and 244 females.
- How many households are there in Chhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chhara village has a total of 99 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chhara is 60.59%. The male literacy rate is 68.67%, while the female literacy rate is 52.87%.