Chami - Bhanoli, Almora
Chami is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chami village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chami is 053693. The village covers a total geographical area of 418.46 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chami village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chami
According to the 2011 Census, Chami village had a total population of 1,098 people, including 501 males and 597 females, living in 222 households. The sex ratio was 1,192 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.87%, with male literacy at 88.57% and female literacy at 58.82%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 446, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 1,098 | 501 | 597 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 220 | 116 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 446 | 203 | 243 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 631 | 341 | 290 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 160 | 307 |
Nearby Villages of Chami
Chami 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 Chami
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chami.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Chami is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chami 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chami 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 Chami
Where is Chami located?
Chami village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chami?
Chami is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chami?
The pincode of Chami is 263623.
What is the population of Chami?
Chami had a total population of 1,098, including 501 males and 597 females.
How many households are there in Chami?
Chami had 222 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chami was 71.87%. Male literacy was 88.57% and female literacy was 58.82%.