Chaumasi - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Chaumasi is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Chaumasi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaumasi is 042081. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.22 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Chaumasi 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaumasi
According to the 2011 Census, Chaumasi village had a total population of 284 people, including 135 males and 149 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,104 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.60%, with male literacy at 94.02% and female literacy at 77.78%.
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 | 284 | 135 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 18 | 23 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 208 | 110 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 25 | 51 |
Nearby Villages of Chaumasi
Chaumasi 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 Chaumasi
Chaumasi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Chaumasi is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rudraprayag to Chaumasi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaumasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaumasi 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaumasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaumasi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chaumasi
Where is Chaumasi located?
Chaumasi village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chaumasi?
Chaumasi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chaumasi?
The pincode of Chaumasi is 246439.
What is the population of Chaumasi?
Chaumasi had a total population of 284, including 135 males and 149 females.
How many households are there in Chaumasi?
Chaumasi had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chaumasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaumasi was 85.60%. Male literacy was 94.02% and female literacy was 77.78%.