Chaumhala - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Chaumhala is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Vamanpuri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chaumhala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chaumhala is 056116. The village covers a total geographical area of 259.54 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Chaumhala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chaumhala
As per Census 2011, Chaumhala village has a total population of 524 people, consisting of 274 males and 250 females. The village has 92 households and a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males. There are 39 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 400 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 48 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 433 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chaumhala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 524 | 274 | 250 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 24 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 25 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 433 | 228 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 400 | 216 | 184 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 58 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Chaumhala
Chaumhala 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 Chaumhala
Chaumhala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Sitarganj to Chaumhala is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Chaumhala is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chaumhala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chaumhala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chaumhala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chaumhala 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Chaumhala
Where is Chaumhala located?
Chaumhala village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chaumhala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chaumhala is Vamanpuri.
What is the pincode of Chaumhala?
The pincode of Chaumhala is 262405.
What is the population of Chaumhala?
Chaumhala has a total population of 524, including 274 males and 250 females.
How many households are there in Chaumhala?
There are 92 households in Chaumhala.
What is the literacy rate in Chaumhala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chaumhala is 76.34%. Male literacy is 78.83% and female literacy is 73.60%.