Chama - Pulla Gumdesh, Champawat
Chama is a village situated in the Pulla Gumdesh tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from Lohaghat and around 30 km from Champawat. Gureli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chama village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chama is 054340. The village covers a total geographical area of 137.86 hectares and falls under the 262524 pincode. Lohaghat is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Chama 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 Champawat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chama
According to the 2011 Census, Chama village had a total population of 146 people, including 76 males and 70 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 921 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.59%, with male literacy at 91.80% and female literacy at 48.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 48.
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 | 146 | 76 | 70 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 15 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 56 | 28 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 20 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Chama
Chama 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 Chama
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Chama.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Lohaghat to Chama is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Chama 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 Chama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chama 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chama 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 Chama
Where is Chama located?
Chama village is located in Pulla Gumdesh Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chama?
The Gram Panchayat of Chama is Gureli.
What is the pincode of Chama?
The pincode of Chama is 262524.
What is the population of Chama?
Chama had a total population of 146, including 76 males and 70 females.
How many households are there in Chama?
Chama had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chama was 70.59%. Male literacy was 91.80% and female literacy was 48.28%.