Cham - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Cham is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 43 km from Lansdowne and around 108 km from Pauri. Chham serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cham village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cham is 047300. The village covers a total geographical area of 89.65 hectares and falls under the 246131 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Cham 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 Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Cham
According to the 2011 Census, Cham village had a total population of 145 people, including 69 males and 76 females, living in 39 households. The sex ratio was 1,101 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.81%, with male literacy at 93.33% and female literacy at 59.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 145 | 69 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 9 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 14 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 98 | 56 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 13 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Cham
Cham 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 Cham
Cham 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 5-10 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 Lansdowne to Cham is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Cham 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 Cham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Cham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Cham
Where is Cham located?
Cham village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Cham?
The Gram Panchayat of Cham is Chham.
What is the pincode of Cham?
The pincode of Cham is 246131.
What is the population of Cham?
Cham had a total population of 145, including 69 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Cham?
Cham had 39 households.
What is the literacy rate in Cham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cham was 74.81%. Male literacy was 93.33% and female literacy was 59.15%.