Chaamo - Parwanoo, Solan
Chaamo is a village situated in the Parwanoo tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 34 km from Solan. Chammo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaamo village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaamo is 021716. The village covers a total geographical area of 35 hectares and falls under the 173220 pincode. Parwanoo is the nearest town.
Chaamo village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaamo
According to the 2011 Census, Chaamo village had a total population of 128 people, including 68 males and 60 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 882 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.91%, with male literacy at 96.72% and female literacy at 83.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 128 | 68 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 42 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 59 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 9 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Chaamo
Chaamo 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 Chaamo
Chaamo is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Solan to Chaamo is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaamo
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaamo 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 Chaamo
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaamo village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaamo
Where is Chaamo located?
Chaamo village is located in Parwanoo Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaamo?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaamo is Chammo.
What is the pincode of Chaamo?
The pincode of Chaamo is 173220.
What is the population of Chaamo?
Chaamo had a total population of 128, including 68 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Chaamo?
Chaamo had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaamo?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaamo was 90.91%. Male literacy was 96.72% and female literacy was 83.67%.