Chhoya - Sult, Almora
Chhoya is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 148 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Rivali Palli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhoya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhoya is 052130. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.07 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 63 km away.
Chhoya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhoya
According to the 2011 Census, Chhoya village had a total population of 79 people, including 28 males and 51 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,821 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.62%, with male literacy at 82.61% and female literacy at 54.76%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 79 | 28 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 8 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 42 | 19 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 37 | 9 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Chhoya
Chhoya 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 Chhoya
Public transport in the Chhoya is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ramnagar to Chhoya is about 63 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.8 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chhoya is about 148 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhoya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhoya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chhoya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhoya 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chhoya
Where is Chhoya located?
Chhoya village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhoya?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhoya is Rivali Palli.
What is the pincode of Chhoya?
The pincode of Chhoya is 263676.
What is the population of Chhoya?
Chhoya had a total population of 79, including 28 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Chhoya?
Chhoya had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhoya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhoya was 64.62%. Male literacy was 82.61% and female literacy was 54.76%.