Chamoti - Drabshala, Kishtwar
Chamoti is a village situated in the Drabshala tehsil of Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 26 km from Kishtwar and around 26 km from Kishtwar. Chamoti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamoti is 004721. The village covers a total geographical area of 1394.2 hectares and falls under the 182204 pincode. Kishtwar is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Chamoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Inderwal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamoti
As per Census 2011, Chamoti village has a total population of 1,444 people, consisting of 735 males and 709 females. The village has 271 households and a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males. There are 174 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 328 literate and 1,116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 950 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamoti are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,444 | 735 | 709 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 174 | 75 | 99 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 950 | 484 | 466 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 217 | 111 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,116 | 518 | 598 |
Nearby Villages of Chamoti
Chamoti is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Lass | North | 2.03 km |
| Balgran | East | 2.95 km |
| Jangalwar | South-West | 3.13 km |
| Halaran | South-East | 3.93 km |
| Mahri | South | 4.00 km |
| Badhat | North-West | 5.11 km |
| Kalchanda | North | 5.23 km |
| Mori | East | 5.38 km |
| Tatani | North-East | 5.51 km |
| Amrit Garh | South-West | 6.00 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chamoti
Chamoti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Udhampur, while the nearest airport is Pathankot Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 90.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kishtwar to Chamoti is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kishtwar to Chamoti is about 26 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 Chamoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamoti 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamoti 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chamoti
Where is Chamoti located?
Chamoti village is located in Drabshala Tehsil, Kishtwar district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamoti?
Chamoti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chamoti?
The pincode of Chamoti is 182204.
What is the population of Chamoti?
Chamoti has a total population of 1,444, including 735 males and 709 females.
How many households are there in Chamoti?
There are 271 households in Chamoti.
What is the literacy rate in Chamoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamoti is 22.71%. Male literacy is 29.52% and female literacy is 15.66%.