Chamoli
Chamoli is a district in the Uttarakhand State of India. The total area of Chamoli district is 8,030 km², which includes 7,990.47 km² of rural area and 39.53 km² of urban area. There are about 1,170 villages in Chamoli district.
For administrative convenience, Chamoli district is divided into Tehsils, Blocks, PS, and Community Development Blocks (C.D. Blocks). In many states, Blocks or C.D. Blocks are treated the same as tehsils, though they may have slightly different roles depending on the region.
A Community Development Block is a rural area set aside for administration and development. Each block is managed by a Block Development Officer (BDO) and includes several gram panchayats, which are the local governing bodies at the village level.
There are 6 tehsils in Chamoli district. Here is the list of all Chamoli Tehsils / Blocks / C.D.Blocks along with area & population information.
List of CD Blocks / Tehsils in Chamoli District
| # | Tehsil (CD Block) | Area (km²) | Population (2011) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chamoli | 1,230 | 99,982 |
| 2 | Gairsain | 501 | 62,412 |
| 3 | Joshimath | 4,677 | 48,202 |
| 4 | Karnaprayag | 305 | 56,005 |
| 5 | Pokhari | 254 | 35,890 |
| 6 | Tharali | 1,064 | 89,114 |
Largest & Smallest Tehsils
Joshimath is the largest tehsil in chamoli district by area, while Chamoli is the largest by population. Pokhari is the smallest tehsil in chamoli district by both area and population.
| Particulars | Area | Population |
|---|---|---|
| Lartest Tehsil | Joshimath | Chamoli |
| Smallest Tehsil | Pokhari | Pokhari |
Population of Chamoli District
The population of Chamoli offers a clear picture of how people are spread across its villages and towns. In the sections below, you’ll find details about total population, gender-wise distribution, child population, literacy rates, social groups like SC and ST, household count, and population density. Together, this information helps understand the structure and diversity of the district.
Basic Population Details
This section covers important demographic figures of Chamoli, including the number of males and females, children aged 0–6, total households, and literacy status in rural and urban areas. These indicators highlight the human development status and help identify gaps in basic services like education and housing.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,91,605 | 3,32,209 | 59,396 |
| Total Male Population | 1,93,991 | 1,60,369 | 33,622 |
| Total Female Population | 1,97,614 | 1,71,840 | 25,774 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 52,161 | 45,217 | 6,944 |
| Male Child Population (Age 0–6) | 27,609 | 23,813 | 3,796 |
| Female Child Population (Age 0–6) | 24,552 | 21,404 | 3,148 |
| Literate Population | 2,80,556 | 2,32,303 | 48,253 |
| Literate Male Population | 1,55,395 | 1,26,871 | 28,524 |
| Literate Female Population | 1,25,161 | 1,05,432 | 19,729 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,11,049 | 99,906 | 11,143 |
| Illiterate Male Population | 38,596 | 33,498 | 5,098 |
| Illiterate Female Population | 72,453 | 66,408 | 6,045 |
| Households | 88,964 | 74,318 | 14,646 |
Here's a detailed summary of Basic Population Details of Chamoli district based on Census 2011:
- Total population of Chamoli district is 3,91,605, including 1,93,991 males and 1,97,614 females. In rural areas, it is 3,32,209, including 1,60,369 males and 1,71,840 females. In urban areas, it is 59,396, including 33,622 males and 25,774 females.
- Child population (0–6 years) in Chamoli district is 52,161, including 27,609 boys and 24,552 girls. In rural areas, it is 45,217, including 23,813 boys and 21,404 girls. In urban areas, it is 6,944, including 3,796 boys and 3,148 girls.
- Literate population in Chamoli district is around 2,80,556, including 1,55,395 males and 1,25,161 females. In rural areas, it is 2,32,303, including 1,26,871 males and 1,05,432 females. In urban areas, it is 48,253, including 28,524 males and 19,729 females.
- Illiterate population in Chamoli district is about 1,11,049, including 38,596 males and 72,453 females. In rural areas, it is 99,906, including 33,498 males and 66,408 females. In urban areas, it is 11,143, including 5,098 males and 6,045 females.
- There are about 88,964 households in Chamoli district, including 74,318 in rural areas and 14,646 in urban areas.
Social Structure and Density
This part highlights the distribution of Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) populations within Chamoli. It also includes data on how densely people live in rural versus urban areas. Together, these figures offer insights into community spread and the pressure on local infrastructure and services.
| Particulars | Total | Rural | Urban |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total SC Population | 79,317 | 68,000 | 11,317 |
| SC Male Population | 39,718 | 33,757 | 5,961 |
| SC Female Population | 39,599 | 34,243 | 5,356 |
| Total ST Population | 12,260 | 9,046 | 3,214 |
| ST Male Population | 6,021 | 4,457 | 1,564 |
| ST Female Population | 6,239 | 4,589 | 1,650 |
| Population Density | 49 / km² | 42 / km² | 1,503 / km² |
Here's a detailed summary of the social structure and population density of Chamoli district based on Census 2011:
- Scheduled Caste (SC) population in Chamoli district is approximately 79,317, including 39,718 males and 39,599 females. In rural areas, it is 68,000, including 33,757 males and 34,243 females. In urban areas, it is 11,317, including 5,961 males and 5,356 females.
- Scheduled Tribe (ST) population in Chamoli district is about 12,260, including 6,021 males and 6,239 females. In rural areas, it is 9,046, including 4,457 males and 4,589 females. In urban areas, it is 3,214, including 1,564 males and 1,650 females.
- Overall population density of Chamoli district is around 49 people per km². Rural areas have about 42 people per km². Urban areas have about 1,503 people per km².