Chamtola - Dhyari, Almora
Chamtola is a village situated in the Dhyari tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Bhanoli and around 90 km from Almora. Cham Tola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamtola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamtola is 053744. The village covers a total geographical area of 297.3 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Chamtola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chamtola
According to the 2011 Census, Chamtola village had a total population of 574 people, including 263 males and 311 females, living in 122 households. The sex ratio was 1,183 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.84%, with male literacy at 84.54% and female literacy at 55.27%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 174.
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 | 574 | 263 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 56 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 88 | 86 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 327 | 175 | 152 |
| Illiterate Population | 247 | 88 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Chamtola
Chamtola 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 Chamtola
Chamtola is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Chamtola is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamtola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chamtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamtola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chamtola
Where is Chamtola located?
Chamtola village is located in Dhyari Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamtola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamtola is Cham Tola.
What is the pincode of Chamtola?
The pincode of Chamtola is 263622.
What is the population of Chamtola?
Chamtola had a total population of 574, including 263 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Chamtola?
Chamtola had 122 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamtola was 67.84%. Male literacy was 84.54% and female literacy was 55.27%.