Chamoh
Chamoh is a village located in Bhalai tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 51km away from district headquarter Brangal. Brangal is the sub-district headquarter of Chamoh village. As per 2009 stats, Simni is the gram panchayat of Chamoh village.
Here you can discover what makes Chamoh unique in its vibrant Bhalai-Chamba region. You’ll see Chamoh’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 Chamoh
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chamoh is 007308. The village spans a total geographical area of 194 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176308. Chamba is nearest town to Chamoh village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chamoh village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chamoh
Population of Chamoh
According to the 2011 Census, Chamoh has a total population of about 335, with approximately 156 males and 179 females. The sex ratio is around 1147 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 42 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 28 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 57.31%, with male literacy at about 66.67% and female literacy near 49.16%. There are around 68 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chamoh's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 335 | 156 | 179 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 25 | 17 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 16 | 12 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 192 | 104 | 88 |
Illiterate Population | 143 | 52 | 91 |
Connectivity of Chamoh
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chamoh. As per the 2011 stats, Chamoh 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 village |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chamoh
Knowing the nearby villages of Chamoh helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chamoh.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chamoh
- Where is Chamoh located?
- Chamoh village is situated in Bhalai Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chamoh?
- The Gram Panchayat of Chamoh is Simni (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Chamoh?
- The pincode of Chamoh is 176308, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chamoh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chamoh is 335, with 156 males and 179 females.
- How many households are there in Chamoh as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chamoh village has a total of 68 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chamoh as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chamoh is 57.31%. The male literacy rate is 66.67%, while the female literacy rate is 49.16%.