Chal
About Chal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Chal village is 049083. Chal village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 55km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 151km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 134.9 hectares. Chal has a total population of 220 peoples, out of which male population is 110 while female population is 110. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1000 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of chal village is 68.18% out of which 71.82% males and 64.55% females are literate. There are about 38 houses in chal village. Pincode of chal village locality is 262546.
When it comes to administration, Chal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Chal village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to chal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
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Population of Chal
The population details of Chal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 220 | 110 | 110 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 79 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 31 | 39 |
Connectivity of Chal
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Chal
Where is Chal located?
Chal village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chal?
Chal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Chal?
The pincode of Chal is 262546, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Chal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chal is 220, with 110 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Chal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Chal village has a total of 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chal is 68.18%. The male literacy rate is 71.82%, while the female literacy rate is 64.55%.