Chamlekh - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Chamlekh is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 83 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Vanela Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamlekh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamlekh is 050127. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.03 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 83 km away.
Chamlekh 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 Chamlekh
According to the 2011 Census, Chamlekh village had a total population of 94 people, including 37 males and 57 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,541 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.95%, with male literacy at 96.55% and female literacy at 72.73%.
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 | 94 | 37 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 28 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 9 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Chamlekh
Chamlekh 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 Chamlekh
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Chamlekh.
| 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 Chamlekh is about 83 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamlekh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamlekh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamlekh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamlekh 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 Chamlekh
Where is Chamlekh located?
Chamlekh village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chamlekh?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamlekh is Vanela Gaon.
What is the pincode of Chamlekh?
The pincode of Chamlekh is 262522.
What is the population of Chamlekh?
Chamlekh had a total population of 94, including 37 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Chamlekh?
Chamlekh had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamlekh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamlekh was 80.95%. Male literacy was 96.55% and female literacy was 72.73%.