Chamari - Colonelganj, Gonda
Chamari is a village situated in the Colonelganj tehsil of Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Colonelganj and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Gonda. Doodi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamari is 174977. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.59 hectares and falls under the 271502 pincode. Kanailganj is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Chamari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Colonelganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaiserganj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamari
According to the 2011 Census, Chamari village had a total population of 340 people, including 181 males and 159 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 878 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.42%, with male literacy at 52.74% and female literacy at 37.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 340 | 181 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 35 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 77 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 216 | 104 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Chamari
Chamari 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Akhtiyarapur | South-East | 0.87 km |
| Dhema | North-West | 0.94 km |
| Bhabhuwa | West | 1.09 km |
| Rudauliya | North-East | 1.10 km |
| Teri | South | 1.32 km |
| Dinkariya | South | 1.48 km |
| Duda | North-West | 1.78 km |
| Ullaha | South-East | 1.82 km |
| Dudi | North-East | 1.97 km |
| Jahagirawa | North-West | 2.04 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chamari
Chamari is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Sarju, while the nearest airport is Chaudhary Charan Singh International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kanailganj to Chamari is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gonda to Chamari is about 39 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 Chamari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamari 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 Chamari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamari 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 Chamari
Where is Chamari located?
Chamari village is located in Colonelganj Tehsil, Gonda district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamari?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamari is Doodi.
What is the pincode of Chamari?
The pincode of Chamari is 271502.
What is the population of Chamari?
Chamari had a total population of 340, including 181 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Chamari?
Chamari had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamari was 45.42%. Male literacy was 52.74% and female literacy was 37.01%.