Chamuwa - Bhanoli, Almora
Chamuwa is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chamua Khalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamuwa is 053554. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.82 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Chamuwa 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 Chamuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Chamuwa village had a total population of 236 people, including 99 males and 137 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,384 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.62%, with male literacy at 79.78% and female literacy at 49.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) 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 | 236 | 99 | 137 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 10 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 71 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 107 | 28 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Chamuwa
Chamuwa 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 Chamuwa
Chamuwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Chamuwa 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 Chamuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamuwa 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 Chamuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamuwa 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 Chamuwa
Where is Chamuwa located?
Chamuwa village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chamuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamuwa is Chamua Khalsa.
What is the pincode of Chamuwa?
The pincode of Chamuwa is 263623.
What is the population of Chamuwa?
Chamuwa had a total population of 236, including 99 males and 137 females.
How many households are there in Chamuwa?
Chamuwa had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamuwa was 62.62%. Male literacy was 79.78% and female literacy was 49.57%.