Cham Dungara Timta - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Cham Dungara Timta is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Timta Cham Dungra serves as the Gram Panchayat for Cham Dungara Timta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Cham Dungara Timta is 050159. The village covers a total geographical area of 438.73 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Cham Dungara Timta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Cham Dungara Timta
As per Census 2011, Cham Dungara Timta village has a total population of 1,409 people, consisting of 701 males and 708 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 1,009 females per 1,000 males. There are 262 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 839 literate and 570 illiterate residents. Additionally, 850 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Cham Dungara Timta are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,409 | 701 | 708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 141 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 850 | 430 | 420 |
| Literate Population | 839 | 486 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 570 | 215 | 355 |
Nearby Villages of Cham Dungara Timta
Cham Dungara Timta 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 Cham Dungara Timta
Public transport in the Cham Dungara Timta is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Cham Dungara Timta is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Cham Dungara Timta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Cham Dungara Timta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Cham Dungara Timta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Cham Dungara Timta 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Cham Dungara Timta
Where is Cham Dungara Timta located?
Cham Dungara Timta village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Cham Dungara Timta?
The Gram Panchayat of Cham Dungara Timta is Timta Cham Dungra.
What is the pincode of Cham Dungara Timta?
The pincode of Cham Dungara Timta is 262522.
What is the population of Cham Dungara Timta?
Cham Dungara Timta has a total population of 1,409, including 701 males and 708 females.
How many households are there in Cham Dungara Timta?
There are 276 households in Cham Dungara Timta.
What is the literacy rate in Cham Dungara Timta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Cham Dungara Timta is 59.55%. Male literacy is 69.33% and female literacy is 49.86%.