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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhoya
As per Census 2011, Chhoya village has a total population of 79 people, consisting of 28 males and 51 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,821 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 42 literate and 37 illiterate residents. Additionally, 29 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhoya are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 79 | 28 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 8 | 21 |
| 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 has a total population of 79, including 28 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Chhoya?
There are 17 households in Chhoya.
What is the literacy rate in Chhoya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhoya is 53.16%. Male literacy is 67.86% and female literacy is 45.10%.