Chamtoli - Nandprayag, Chamoli
Chamtoli is a village situated in the Nandprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Karnaprayag and around 30 km from Gopeshwar. Kameda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamtoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamtoli is 041403. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.4 hectares and falls under the 246449 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chamtoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tharali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamtoli
According to the 2011 Census, Chamtoli village had a total population of 88 people, including 41 males and 47 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,146 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.87%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 69.23%.
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 | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 32 | 12 | 20 |
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 shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Karnaprayag to Chamtoli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Chamtoli is about 30 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 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 >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 >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chamtoli
Where is Chamtoli located?
Chamtoli village is located in Nandprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chamtoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamtoli is Kameda.
What is the pincode of Chamtoli?
The pincode of Chamtoli is 246449.
What is the population of Chamtoli?
Chamtoli had a total population of 88, including 41 males and 47 females.
How many households are there in Chamtoli?
Chamtoli had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamtoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamtoli was 78.87%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 69.23%.