Chhamrotta - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Chhamrotta is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Chhamrota serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhamrotta village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhamrotta is 040180. The village covers a total geographical area of 279.3 hectares and falls under the 249171 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Chhamrotta village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chhamrotta
According to the 2011 Census, Chhamrotta village had a total population of 308 people, including 149 males and 159 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 1,067 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.22%, with male literacy at 88.62% and female literacy at 70.45%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 163, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 308 | 149 | 159 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 163 | 78 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 109 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 40 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Chhamrotta
Chhamrotta 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 Chhamrotta
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chhamrotta.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Chhamrotta is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Chhamrotta is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhamrotta
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhamrotta village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chhamrotta
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhamrotta 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 Chhamrotta
Where is Chhamrotta located?
Chhamrotta village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chhamrotta?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhamrotta is Chhamrota.
What is the pincode of Chhamrotta?
The pincode of Chhamrotta is 249171.
What is the population of Chhamrotta?
Chhamrotta had a total population of 308, including 149 males and 159 females.
How many households are there in Chhamrotta?
Chhamrotta had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhamrotta?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhamrotta was 79.22%. Male literacy was 88.62% and female literacy was 70.45%.