Chama
Chama is a village located in Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Didihat (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chama village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chama unique in its vibrant Didihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Chama’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chama
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chama is 049188. The village spans a total geographical area of 437.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262551. Didihat is nearest town to Chama village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Chama
Population of Chama
According to the 2011 Census, Chama has a total population of about 193, with approximately 83 males and 110 females. The sex ratio is around 1325 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 70 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.47%, with male literacy at about 81.93% and female literacy near 61.82%. There are around 47 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chama's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 193 | 83 | 110 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 70 | 35 | 35 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 136 | 68 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 15 | 42 |
Connectivity of Chama
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chama. As per the 2011 stats, Chama had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chama
Knowing the nearby villages of Chama helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chama.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chama
- Where is Chama located?
- Chama village is situated in Didihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chama?
- Chama serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chama?
- The pincode of Chama is 262551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chama is 193, with 83 males and 110 females.
- How many households are there in Chama as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chama village has a total of 47 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chama as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chama is 70.47%. The male literacy rate is 81.93%, while the female literacy rate is 61.82%.