Chamshil Village - Pokhari, Chamoli
Chamshil is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Dhamak serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamshil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamshil is 041191. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.46 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Chamshil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamshil
As per Census 2011, Chamshil village has a total population of 150 people, consisting of 69 males and 81 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 1,173 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 123 literate and 27 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamshil are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 150 | 69 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 12 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 7 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 57 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 27 | 12 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Chamshil
Chamshil 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 Chamshil
Chamshil 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 >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 Karnaprayag to Chamshil is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Chamshil is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamshil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamshil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamshil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamshil village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chamshil
Where is Chamshil located?
Chamshil village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamshil?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamshil is Dhamak.
What is the pincode of Chamshil?
The pincode of Chamshil is 246473.
What is the population of Chamshil?
Chamshil has a total population of 150, including 69 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Chamshil?
There are 33 households in Chamshil.
What is the literacy rate in Chamshil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamshil is 82.00%. Male literacy is 82.61% and female literacy is 81.48%.