Chil - Bhanoli, Almora
Chil is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chil village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chil is 053690. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.17 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 57 km away.
Chil 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 Chil
According to the 2011 Census, Chil village had a total population of 457 people, including 199 males and 258 females, living in 90 households. The sex ratio was 1,296 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.75%, with male literacy at 87.57% and female literacy at 56.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 457 | 199 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 30 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 148 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 51 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Chil
Chil 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 Chil
Public transport in the Chil is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Chil is about 57 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chil
Where is Chil located?
Chil village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chil?
Chil is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chil?
The pincode of Chil is 263622.
What is the population of Chil?
Chil had a total population of 457, including 199 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Chil?
Chil had 90 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chil was 69.75%. Male literacy was 87.57% and female literacy was 56.71%.