Chami Bhainskot - Tejam, Pithoragarh
Chami Bhainskot is a village situated in the Tejam tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 67 km from Munsiari and around 67 km from Pithoragarh. Chami Bhaiskot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chami Bhainskot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chami Bhainskot is 049024. The village covers a total geographical area of 334.98 hectares and falls under the 262553 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Chami Bhainskot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharchula Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chami Bhainskot
As per Census 2011, Chami Bhainskot village has a total population of 344 people, consisting of 162 males and 182 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 1,123 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 216 literate and 128 illiterate residents. Additionally, 42 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chami Bhainskot are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 344 | 162 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 24 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 216 | 126 | 90 |
| Illiterate Population | 128 | 36 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Chami Bhainskot
Chami Bhainskot 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 Chami Bhainskot
Public transport in the Chami Bhainskot 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 Didihat to Chami Bhainskot is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Chami Bhainskot is about 67 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chami Bhainskot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chami Bhainskot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chami Bhainskot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chami Bhainskot 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 Chami Bhainskot
Where is Chami Bhainskot located?
Chami Bhainskot village is located in Tejam Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chami Bhainskot?
The Gram Panchayat of Chami Bhainskot is Chami Bhaiskot.
What is the pincode of Chami Bhainskot?
The pincode of Chami Bhainskot is 262553.
What is the population of Chami Bhainskot?
Chami Bhainskot has a total population of 344, including 162 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Chami Bhainskot?
There are 77 households in Chami Bhainskot.
What is the literacy rate in Chami Bhainskot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chami Bhainskot is 62.79%. Male literacy is 77.78% and female literacy is 49.45%.