Chameli - Pawkidevi, Tehri Garhwal
Chameli is a village situated in the Pawkidevi tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from Narendra Nagar and around 100 km from New Tehri. Chameli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chameli is 044517. The village covers a total geographical area of 125.8 hectares and falls under the 249192 pincode. Rishikesh is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Chameli 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 Narendranagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chameli
According to the 2011 Census, Chameli village had a total population of 549 people, including 260 males and 289 females, living in 119 households. The sex ratio was 1,112 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.03%, with male literacy at 90.45% and female literacy at 62.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 549 | 260 | 289 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 86 | 40 | 46 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 352 | 199 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 61 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Chameli
Chameli 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 Chameli
Chameli is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Chameli.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rishikesh to Chameli is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chameli is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chameli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chameli village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Chameli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chameli 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 Chameli
Where is Chameli located?
Chameli village is located in Pawkidevi Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chameli?
Chameli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chameli?
The pincode of Chameli is 249192.
What is the population of Chameli?
Chameli had a total population of 549, including 260 males and 289 females.
How many households are there in Chameli?
Chameli had 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chameli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chameli was 76.03%. Male literacy was 90.45% and female literacy was 62.96%.