Chhamund - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Chhamund is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 2 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Pipali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhamund village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhamund is 043954. The village covers a total geographical area of 23.97 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chhamund 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 Chhamund
As per Census 2011, Chhamund village has a total population of 207 people, consisting of 100 males and 107 females. The village has 42 households and a sex ratio of 1,070 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 166 literate and 41 illiterate residents. Additionally, 54 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chhamund are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 207 | 100 | 107 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 12 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 166 | 83 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 41 | 17 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Chhamund
Chhamund 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 Chhamund
Chhamund is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Chhamund is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Chhamund is about 2 km, with the usual travel time around 5-10 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhamund
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhamund village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chhamund
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhamund village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Chhamund
Where is Chhamund located?
Chhamund village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhamund?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhamund is Pipali.
What is the pincode of Chhamund?
The pincode of Chhamund is 249001.
What is the population of Chhamund?
Chhamund has a total population of 207, including 100 males and 107 females.
How many households are there in Chhamund?
There are 42 households in Chhamund.
What is the literacy rate in Chhamund?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhamund is 80.19%. Male literacy is 83.00% and female literacy is 77.57%.