Chhalmachhilason - Dharchula, Pithoragarh
Chhalmachhilason is a village situated in the Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dharchula and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Chalma Chhilason serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhalmachhilason village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhalmachhilason is 049108. The village covers a total geographical area of 68.84 hectares and falls under the 262547 pincode. Dharchula is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Chhalmachhilason village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Chhalmachhilason
As per Census 2011, Chhalmachhilason village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 190 males and 197 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,036 females per 1,000 males. There are 58 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 266 literate and 121 illiterate residents. Additionally, 371 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 10 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhalmachhilason are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 190 | 197 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 30 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 371 | 182 | 189 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 266 | 152 | 114 |
| Illiterate Population | 121 | 38 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Chhalmachhilason
Chhalmachhilason 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 Chhalmachhilason
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chhalmachhilason.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Dharchula to Chhalmachhilason is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chhalmachhilason is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhalmachhilason
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhalmachhilason village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chhalmachhilason
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhalmachhilason 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chhalmachhilason
Where is Chhalmachhilason located?
Chhalmachhilason village is located in Dharchula Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhalmachhilason?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhalmachhilason is Chalma Chhilason.
What is the pincode of Chhalmachhilason?
The pincode of Chhalmachhilason is 262547.
What is the population of Chhalmachhilason?
Chhalmachhilason has a total population of 387, including 190 males and 197 females.
How many households are there in Chhalmachhilason?
There are 79 households in Chhalmachhilason.
What is the literacy rate in Chhalmachhilason?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhalmachhilason is 68.73%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 57.87%.