Chamu
Chamu is a village located in Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 44km away from sub-district headquarter Didihat (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Chamu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chamu unique in its vibrant Didihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Chamu’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 Chamu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chamu is 049320. The village spans a total geographical area of 149.43 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262552. Didihat is nearest town to Chamu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 44km away.
Google Map of Chamu
Population of Chamu
According to the 2011 Census, Chamu has a total population of about 229, with approximately 115 males and 114 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 24 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 104 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 67.69%, with male literacy at about 78.26% and female literacy near 57.02%. There are around 56 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chamu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 229 | 115 | 114 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 12 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 104 | 57 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 155 | 90 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 74 | 25 | 49 |
Connectivity of Chamu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chamu. As per the 2011 stats, Chamu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chamu
Knowing the nearby villages of Chamu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chamu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chamu
- Where is Chamu located?
- Chamu village is situated in Didihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chamu?
- Chamu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chamu?
- The pincode of Chamu is 262552, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chamu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chamu is 229, with 115 males and 114 females.
- How many households are there in Chamu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chamu village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chamu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chamu is 67.69%. The male literacy rate is 78.26%, while the female literacy rate is 57.02%.