Chichoan - Syalde, Almora
Chichoan is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from Sult and around 175 km from Almora. Chichoun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chichoan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chichoan is 052072. The village covers a total geographical area of 100.6 hectares and falls under the 263665 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 85 km away.
Chichoan 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 Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chichoan
According to the 2011 Census, Chichoan village had a total population of 317 people, including 140 males and 177 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 1,264 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.44%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 65.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 32.
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 | 317 | 140 | 177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 20 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 32 | 14 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 114 | 97 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 26 | 80 |
Nearby Villages of Chichoan
Chichoan 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 Chichoan
Chichoan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Chichoan is about 85 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chichoan is about 175 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chichoan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chichoan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chichoan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chichoan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chichoan
Where is Chichoan located?
Chichoan village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chichoan?
The Gram Panchayat of Chichoan is Chichoun.
What is the pincode of Chichoan?
The pincode of Chichoan is 263665.
What is the population of Chichoan?
Chichoan had a total population of 317, including 140 males and 177 females.
How many households are there in Chichoan?
Chichoan had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chichoan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chichoan was 78.44%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 65.10%.