Chamoli - Okhalkanda, Nainital
Chamoli is a village situated in the Okhalkanda tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from Dhari and around 95 km from Nainital. Chamoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamoli is 055044. The village covers a total geographical area of 212 hectares and falls under the 263157 pincode. Bhimtal is the nearest town, located about 73 km away.
Chamoli 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 Nainital Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamoli
According to the 2011 Census, Chamoli village had a total population of 1,336 people, including 676 males and 660 females, living in 221 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.35%, with male literacy at 77.94% and female literacy at 50.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119.
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 | 1,336 | 676 | 660 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 228 | 123 | 105 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 713 | 431 | 282 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 245 | 378 |
Nearby Villages of Chamoli
Chamoli 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 Chamoli
Chamoli 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 Bhimtal to Chamoli is about 73 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chamoli is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamoli 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 Chamoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chamoli
Where is Chamoli located?
Chamoli village is located in Okhalkanda Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chamoli?
Chamoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chamoli?
The pincode of Chamoli is 263157.
What is the population of Chamoli?
Chamoli had a total population of 1,336, including 676 males and 660 females.
How many households are there in Chamoli?
Chamoli had 221 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamoli was 64.35%. Male literacy was 77.94% and female literacy was 50.81%.