Chukam - Ramnagar, Nainital
Chukam is a village situated in the Ramnagar tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ramnagar and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Chukam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chukam is 055376. The village covers a total geographical area of 115.17 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chukam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chukam
According to the 2011 Census, Chukam village had a total population of 444 people, including 217 males and 227 females, living in 84 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.18%, with male literacy at 80.34% and female literacy at 64.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 231.
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 | 444 | 217 | 227 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 81 | 39 | 42 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 231 | 118 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 143 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 74 | 108 |
Nearby Villages of Chukam
Chukam 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 Chukam
Public transport in the Chukam is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Chukam is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chukam is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chukam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chukam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chukam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chukam 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 Chukam
Where is Chukam located?
Chukam village is located in Ramnagar Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chukam?
Chukam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chukam?
The pincode of Chukam is 244715.
What is the population of Chukam?
Chukam had a total population of 444, including 217 males and 227 females.
How many households are there in Chukam?
Chukam had 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chukam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chukam was 72.18%. Male literacy was 80.34% and female literacy was 64.32%.