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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Chamula village has a total population of 69 people, consisting of 31 males and 38 females. The village has 17 households and a sex ratio of 1,225 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 52 literate and 17 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamula are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 69 | 31 | 38 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 69, including 31 males and 38 females.
How many households are there in Chamula?
There are 17 households in Chamula.
What is the literacy rate in Chamula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamula is 75.36%. Male literacy is 80.65% and female literacy is 71.05%.