Chamula - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Chamula is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Kotdwara and around 108 km from Pauri. Sinrai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamula is 048332. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.97 hectares and falls under the 246124 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chamula 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 Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamula
According to the 2011 Census, Chamula village had a total population of 69 people, including 31 males and 38 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,226 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.14%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 79.41%.
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 | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 52 | 25 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Chamula
Chamula 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 Chamula
Chamula 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 <5 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 Kotdwara to Chamula is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Chamula is about 108 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamula 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chamula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chamula
Where is Chamula located?
Chamula village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chamula?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamula is Sinrai.
What is the pincode of Chamula?
The pincode of Chamula is 246124.
What is the population of Chamula?
Chamula had a total population of 69, including 31 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Chamula?
Chamula had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamula was 88.14%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 79.41%.