Chamtoli Village - Joshimath, Chamoli
Chamtoli is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kundi Khola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamtoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamtoli is 040872. The village covers a total geographical area of 12 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chamtoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chamtoli
As per Census 2011, Chamtoli village has a total population of 122 people, consisting of 77 males and 45 females. The village has 25 households and a sex ratio of 584 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 26 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamtoli are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 122 | 77 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 96 | 69 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 8 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Chamtoli
Chamtoli 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 Chamtoli
Chamtoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Joshimath to Chamtoli is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Chamtoli is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamtoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamtoli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chamtoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamtoli 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 Chamtoli
Where is Chamtoli located?
Chamtoli village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamtoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamtoli is Kundi Khola.
What is the pincode of Chamtoli?
The pincode of Chamtoli is 246443.
What is the population of Chamtoli?
Chamtoli has a total population of 122, including 77 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Chamtoli?
There are 25 households in Chamtoli.
What is the literacy rate in Chamtoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamtoli is 78.69%. Male literacy is 89.61% and female literacy is 60.00%.