Chhatola - Lamgada, Almora
Chhatola is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 38 km from Almora and around 38 km from Almora. Balma serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhatola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhatola is 053180. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.3 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Chhatola 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 Chhatola
According to the 2011 Census, Chhatola village had a total population of 196 people, including 102 males and 94 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.67%, with male literacy at 87.21% and female literacy at 58.14%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 69.
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 | 196 | 102 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 16 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 69 | 39 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 125 | 75 | 50 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 27 | 44 |
Nearby Villages of Chhatola
Chhatola 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 Chhatola
Public transport in the Chhatola is mainly available through bus 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 Chhatola is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhatola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhatola 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 Chhatola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhatola 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 Chhatola
Where is Chhatola located?
Chhatola village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhatola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhatola is Balma.
What is the pincode of Chhatola?
The pincode of Chhatola is 263625.
What is the population of Chhatola?
Chhatola had a total population of 196, including 102 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Chhatola?
Chhatola had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhatola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhatola was 72.67%. Male literacy was 87.21% and female literacy was 58.14%.