Chamal Gaon - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Chamal Gaon is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 67 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dyuka serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamal Gaon is 043067. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.91 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Chamal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamal Gaon
As per Census 2011, Chamal Gaon village has a total population of 120 people, consisting of 58 males and 62 females. The village has 27 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 12 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 71 literate and 49 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chamal Gaon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 120 | 58 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 7 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 41 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 17 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Chamal Gaon
Chamal Gaon 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 Chamal Gaon
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chamal Gaon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Chamal Gaon is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chamal Gaon 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 Chamal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamal Gaon 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamal Gaon 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chamal Gaon
Where is Chamal Gaon located?
Chamal Gaon village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamal Gaon is Dyuka.
What is the pincode of Chamal Gaon?
The pincode of Chamal Gaon is 249122.
What is the population of Chamal Gaon?
Chamal Gaon has a total population of 120, including 58 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Chamal Gaon?
There are 27 households in Chamal Gaon.
What is the literacy rate in Chamal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamal Gaon is 59.17%. Male literacy is 70.69% and female literacy is 48.39%.