Kamera - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Kamera is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kameda(choki) serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kamera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kamera is 041274. The village covers a total geographical area of 74.56 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Kamera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kamera
According to the 2011 Census, Kamera village had a total population of 231 people, including 112 males and 119 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,063 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.86%, with male literacy at 95.74% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 231 | 112 | 119 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 18 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 22 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Kamera
Kamera 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 Kamera
Kamera 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 >10 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 Gochar to Kamera is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kamera is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kamera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kamera 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 Kamera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kamera 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Kamera
Where is Kamera located?
Kamera village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kamera?
The Gram Panchayat of Kamera is Kameda(choki).
What is the pincode of Kamera?
The pincode of Kamera is 246429.
What is the population of Kamera?
Kamera had a total population of 231, including 112 males and 119 females.
How many households are there in Kamera?
Kamera had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kamera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kamera was 81.86%. Male literacy was 95.74% and female literacy was 70.00%.