Payya Chormi - Joshimath, Chamoli
Payya Chormi is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 77 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Baragaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Payya Chormi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Payya Chormi is 040865. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.28 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Payya Chormi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Payya Chormi
According to the 2011 Census, Payya Chormi village had a total population of 134 people, including 67 males and 67 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.66%, with male literacy at 94.64% and female literacy at 66.13%.
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 | 134 | 67 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 11 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 53 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 14 | 26 |
Nearby Villages of Payya Chormi
Payya Chormi 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 Payya Chormi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Payya Chormi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Payya Chormi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Payya Chormi is about 77 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Payya Chormi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Payya Chormi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Payya Chormi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Payya Chormi 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 Payya Chormi
Where is Payya Chormi located?
Payya Chormi village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Payya Chormi?
The Gram Panchayat of Payya Chormi is Baragaon.
What is the pincode of Payya Chormi?
The pincode of Payya Chormi is 246443.
What is the population of Payya Chormi?
Payya Chormi had a total population of 134, including 67 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Payya Chormi?
Payya Chormi had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Payya Chormi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Payya Chormi was 79.66%. Male literacy was 94.64% and female literacy was 66.13%.