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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Choting village has a total population of 160 people, consisting of 73 males and 87 females. The village has 36 households and a sex ratio of 1,191 females per 1,000 males. There are 24 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 102 literate and 58 illiterate residents. Additionally, 58 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Choting are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 160 | 73 | 87 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| 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 has a total population of 160, including 73 males and 87 females.
How many households are there in Choting?
There are 36 households in Choting.
What is the literacy rate in Choting?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choting is 63.75%. Male literacy is 68.49% and female literacy is 59.77%.