Chamoli - Ranikhet, Almora
Chamoli is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 63 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chamoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamoli is 052471. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.9 hectares and falls under the 263645 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chamoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamoli
As per Census 2011, Chamoli village has a total population of 313 people, consisting of 138 males and 175 females. The village has 58 households and a sex ratio of 1,268 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 102 illiterate residents. Additionally, 27 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 313 | 138 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 27 | 13 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 104 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 34 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Chamoli
Chamoli 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 Chamoli
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chamoli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Ranikhet to Chamoli is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chamoli is about 63 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chamoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chamoli
Where is Chamoli located?
Chamoli village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamoli?
Chamoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chamoli?
The pincode of Chamoli is 263645.
What is the population of Chamoli?
Chamoli has a total population of 313, including 138 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Chamoli?
There are 58 households in Chamoli.
What is the literacy rate in Chamoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamoli is 67.41%. Male literacy is 75.36% and female literacy is 61.14%.