Chamtola - Ganai Gangoli, Pithoragarh
Chamtola is a village situated in the Ganai Gangoli tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 49 km from Gangolihat and around 170 km from Pithoragarh. Oliyagaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamtola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamtola is 049861. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.01 hectares and falls under the 262532 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 170 km away.
Chamtola 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamtola
According to the 2011 Census, Chamtola village had a total population of 90 people, including 45 males and 45 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 97.14% and female literacy at 59.46%.
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 | 90 | 45 | 45 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 11 | 23 |
Nearby Villages of Chamtola
Chamtola 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 Chamtola
Public transport in the Chamtola 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 Pithoragarh to Chamtola is about 170 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamtola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamtola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamtola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamtola 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 Chamtola
Where is Chamtola located?
Chamtola village is located in Ganai Gangoli Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chamtola?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamtola is Oliyagaon.
What is the pincode of Chamtola?
The pincode of Chamtola is 262532.
What is the population of Chamtola?
Chamtola had a total population of 90, including 45 males and 45 females.
How many households are there in Chamtola?
Chamtola had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamtola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamtola was 77.78%. Male literacy was 97.14% and female literacy was 59.46%.