Chukam

Chukam is a village located in Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Ramnagar (tehsildar office) and 90km away from district headquarter Nainital. As per 2009 stats, Chukam village is also a gram panchayat.

Chukam has its own place in the vibrant Nainital region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Chukam

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chukam is 055376. The village spans a total geographical area of 115.17 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 244715. Ramnagar is nearest town to Chukam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.

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Population of Chukam

Below is a concise population overview of Chukam as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 444 217 227
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 81 39 42
Scheduled Castes (SC) 231 118 113
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 262 143 119
Illiterate Population 182 74 108

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Chukam village:

  • The total population of Chukam village is around 444, including approximately 217 males and 227 females, with a sex ratio of 1046 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 81 children aged 0–6 years in Chukam village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Chukam village has 231 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Chukam village is about 59.01%, with male literacy at 65.90% and female literacy at 52.42%.
  • There are around 84 households in Chukam village.

Connectivity of Chukam

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chukam. As per the 2011 stats, Chukam had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Chukam

Knowing the nearby villages of Chukam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chukam.

Birpur Lachhi Birpur Tara Madaiya Muhan Amarpur Dhikuli Ladwachaur Laduwarao Shivlalpur Riunia Shivlalpur Pandey Shankerpur Khazanchi

Frequently Asked Questions about Chukam

Where is Chukam located?
Chukam village is situated in Ramnagar Tehsil, within the Nainital district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chukam?
Chukam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chukam?
The pincode of Chukam is 244715, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chukam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chukam is 444, with 217 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Chukam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chukam village has a total of 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chukam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chukam is 59.01%. The male literacy rate is 65.90%, while the female literacy rate is 52.42%.