Chamtoli - Ambarnath, Thane
Chamtoli is a village situated in the Ambarnath tehsil of Thane district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ambarnath and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Thane. Chamtoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamtoli is 553064. The village covers a total geographical area of 200.06 hectares and falls under the 421503 pincode. Badlapur is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Chamtoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Murbad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamtoli
As per Census 2011, Chamtoli village has a total population of 896 people, consisting of 452 males and 444 females. The village has 176 households and a sex ratio of 982 females per 1,000 males. There are 115 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 686 literate and 210 illiterate residents. Additionally, 7 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 4 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamtoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 896 | 452 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 115 | 52 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 3 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 686 | 373 | 313 |
| Illiterate Population | 210 | 79 | 131 |
Nearby Villages of Chamtoli
Chamtoli 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sape | North | 1.09 km |
| Dahivali | West | 1.11 km |
| Tan | South-West | 1.44 km |
| Jambhale | North-East | 1.46 km |
| Devaloli | East | 1.56 km |
| Khunteevali | South-West | 2.16 km |
| Kasgaon | South | 2.23 km |
| Savare | East | 2.60 km |
| Goregaon | South | 3.24 km |
| Kanhor | East | 4.07 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chamtoli
Chamtoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Vangani, while the nearest airport is Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 33.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Badlapur to Chamtoli is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Chamtoli is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamtoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamtoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamtoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamtoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chamtoli
Where is Chamtoli located?
Chamtoli village is located in Ambarnath Tehsil, Thane district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamtoli?
Chamtoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chamtoli?
The pincode of Chamtoli is 421503.
What is the population of Chamtoli?
Chamtoli has a total population of 896, including 452 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Chamtoli?
There are 176 households in Chamtoli.
What is the literacy rate in Chamtoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamtoli is 76.56%. Male literacy is 82.52% and female literacy is 70.50%.