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.
Chamoh has its own place in the vibrant Chamba region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Chamoh as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 192 | 104 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 52 | 91 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chamoh village:
- The total population of Chamoh village is around 335, including approximately 156 males and 179 females, with a sex ratio of 1147 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 42 children aged 0–6 years in Chamoh village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Chamoh village has 28 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Chamoh village is about 57.31%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 49.16%.
- There are around 68 households in Chamoh village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.