Chamuwa Gunth - Bhanoli, Almora
Chamuwa Gunth is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chamua Khalsa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chamuwa Gunth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chamuwa Gunth is 053559. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.2 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Chamuwa Gunth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chamuwa Gunth
According to the 2011 Census, Chamuwa Gunth village had a total population of 142 people, including 53 males and 89 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 1,679 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 63.49%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 54.32%.
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 | 142 | 53 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 80 | 36 | 44 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 17 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Chamuwa Gunth
Chamuwa Gunth 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 Chamuwa Gunth
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chamuwa Gunth.
| 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 Almora to Chamuwa Gunth is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chamuwa Gunth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chamuwa Gunth village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Chamuwa Gunth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chamuwa Gunth 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 Chamuwa Gunth
Where is Chamuwa Gunth located?
Chamuwa Gunth village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chamuwa Gunth?
The Gram Panchayat of Chamuwa Gunth is Chamua Khalsa.
What is the pincode of Chamuwa Gunth?
The pincode of Chamuwa Gunth is 263623.
What is the population of Chamuwa Gunth?
Chamuwa Gunth had a total population of 142, including 53 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Chamuwa Gunth?
Chamuwa Gunth had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chamuwa Gunth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chamuwa Gunth was 63.49%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 54.32%.