Chilamu - Nainbag, Tehri Garhwal
Chilamu is a village situated in the Nainbag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 87 km from Dhanaulti and around 119 km from New Tehri. Tator serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chilamu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chilamu is 044116. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.85 hectares and falls under the 249186 pincode. Mussoorie is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Chilamu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chilamu
According to the 2011 Census, Chilamu village had a total population of 40 people, including 17 males and 23 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,353 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.97%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 61.90%.
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 | 40 | 17 | 23 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 27 | 14 | 13 |
| Illiterate Population | 13 | 3 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Chilamu
Chilamu is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Magdiya Chak Koti Madhe | South-East | 1.04 km |
| Phaprog | West | 1.14 km |
| Munogi | North-West | 1.27 km |
| Mason | East | 1.37 km |
| Khairada | North-West | 1.74 km |
| Bangaon | South-West | 2.02 km |
| Tator | West | 2.03 km |
| Kainth | North | 2.17 km |
| Jaidwar Malla | South | 2.19 km |
| Sanab Malla | East | 2.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chilamu
Public transport in the Chilamu is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 37.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Mussoorie to Chilamu is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chilamu is about 119 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chilamu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chilamu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chilamu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chilamu 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Chilamu
Where is Chilamu located?
Chilamu village is located in Nainbag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chilamu?
The Gram Panchayat of Chilamu is Tator.
What is the pincode of Chilamu?
The pincode of Chilamu is 249186.
What is the population of Chilamu?
Chilamu had a total population of 40, including 17 males and 23 females.
How many households are there in Chilamu?
Chilamu had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chilamu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chilamu was 72.97%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 61.90%.