Choting - Dewal, Chamoli
Choting is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Tharali and around 130 km from Gopeshwar. Choting village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choting is 041806. The village covers a total geographical area of 146.78 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Choting 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 Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Choting
According to the 2011 Census, Choting village had a total population of 160 people, including 73 males and 87 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,192 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.00%, with male literacy at 83.33% and female literacy at 68.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 58.
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 | 160 | 73 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 50 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 23 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Choting
Choting 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 Choting
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Choting.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Karnaprayag to Choting is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Choting is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choting
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choting village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Choting
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choting 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Choting
Where is Choting located?
Choting village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Choting?
Choting is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Choting?
The pincode of Choting is 246427.
What is the population of Choting?
Choting had a total population of 160, including 73 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Choting?
Choting had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choting?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choting was 75.00%. Male literacy was 83.33% and female literacy was 68.42%.