Chal - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Chal is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 151 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chal is 049083. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.9 hectares and falls under the 262545 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Chal 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 Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chal
According to the 2011 Census, Chal village had a total population of 220 people, including 110 males and 110 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.21%, with male literacy at 84.04% and female literacy at 76.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 176.
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 | 220 | 110 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 176 | 91 | 85 |
| Literate Population | 150 | 79 | 71 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 31 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Chal
Chal 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 Chal
Public transport in the Chal 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 Dharchula to Chal is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chal is about 151 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chal
Where is Chal located?
Chal village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chal?
Chal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chal?
The pincode of Chal is 262545.
What is the population of Chal?
Chal had a total population of 220, including 110 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Chal?
Chal had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chal was 80.21%. Male literacy was 84.04% and female literacy was 76.34%.