Chama - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Chama is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 24 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 102 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chama village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chama is 049798. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.71 hectares and falls under the 262534 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 100 km away.
Chama 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chama
According to the 2011 Census, Chama village had a total population of 188 people, including 81 males and 107 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,321 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.50%, with male literacy at 95.38% and female literacy at 68.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 2.
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 | 188 | 81 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 16 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 62 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 19 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Chama
Chama 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 Chama
Public transport in the Chama 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 Didihat to Chama is about 100 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chama is about 102 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chama
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chama village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chama
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chama 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chama
Where is Chama located?
Chama village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chama?
Chama is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chama?
The pincode of Chama is 262534.
What is the population of Chama?
Chama had a total population of 188, including 81 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Chama?
Chama had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chama?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chama was 79.50%. Male literacy was 95.38% and female literacy was 68.75%.