Chami - Sult, Almora
Chami is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 194 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kota Chami serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chami village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chami is 052164. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.91 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Chami village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chami
According to the 2011 Census, Chami village had a total population of 136 people, including 60 males and 76 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,267 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.38%, with male literacy at 82.00% and female literacy at 58.21%.
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 | 136 | 60 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 19 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Chami
Chami is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Dungar | South | 0.78 km |
| Kota | North | 0.93 km |
| Kopi | South | 1.66 km |
| Thala Manral | South-East | 1.76 km |
| Maina Kote | North | 1.85 km |
| Jamoli | East | 2.62 km |
| Bhyari | North-East | 2.82 km |
| Karget | East | 3.36 km |
| Tukura | South-East | 3.44 km |
| Nagtale | South | 3.46 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chami
Public transport in the Chami is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Chami is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chami is about 194 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chami
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chami 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chami
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chami 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chami
Where is Chami located?
Chami village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chami?
The Gram Panchayat of Chami is Kota Chami.
What is the pincode of Chami?
The pincode of Chami is 263676.
What is the population of Chami?
Chami had a total population of 136, including 60 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Chami?
Chami had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chami?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chami was 68.38%. Male literacy was 82.00% and female literacy was 58.21%.