Chamoh - Bhalai, Chamba
Chamoh is a village situated in the Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Simni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamoh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamoh is 007308. The village covers a total geographical area of 194 hectares and falls under the 176308 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Chamoh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chamoh
According to the 2011 Census, Chamoh village had a total population of 335 people, including 156 males and 179 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 1,147 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.53%, with male literacy at 79.39% and female literacy at 54.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 335 | 156 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 104 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 52 | 91 |
Nearby Villages of Chamoh
Chamoh 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 Chamoh
Chamoh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Chamba to Chamoh is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Chamoh is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamoh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamoh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chamoh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamoh 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chamoh
Where is Chamoh located?
Chamoh village is located in Bhalai Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamoh?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamoh is Simni.
What is the pincode of Chamoh?
The pincode of Chamoh is 176308.
What is the population of Chamoh?
Chamoh had a total population of 335, including 156 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Chamoh?
Chamoh had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamoh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamoh was 65.53%. Male literacy was 79.39% and female literacy was 54.32%.