Chamali - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Chamali is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Chamali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamali is 041378. The village covers a total geographical area of 88.08 hectares and falls under the 246446 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Chamali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chamali
According to the 2011 Census, Chamali village had a total population of 152 people, including 63 males and 89 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,413 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.09%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 58.97%.
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 | 152 | 63 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 45 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 18 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Chamali
Chamali 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 Chamali
Chamali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Chamali is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Chamali is about 33 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chamali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamali 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chamali
Where is Chamali located?
Chamali village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chamali?
Chamali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chamali?
The pincode of Chamali is 246446.
What is the population of Chamali?
Chamali had a total population of 152, including 63 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Chamali?
Chamali had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamali was 71.09%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 58.97%.