Chausala - Bhanoli, Almora
Chausala is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 44 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chausala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chausala is 053670. The village covers a total geographical area of 240.12 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Chausala 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 Chausala
As per Census 2011, Chausala village has a total population of 745 people, consisting of 331 males and 414 females. The village has 166 households and a sex ratio of 1,250 females per 1,000 males. There are 102 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 502 literate and 243 illiterate residents. Additionally, 145 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chausala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 745 | 331 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 42 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 66 | 79 |
| Literate Population | 502 | 264 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 67 | 176 |
Nearby Villages of Chausala
Chausala 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 Chausala
Chausala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Almora to Chausala is about 44 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 Chausala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chausala 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 Chausala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chausala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Chausala
Where is Chausala located?
Chausala village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chausala?
Chausala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chausala?
The pincode of Chausala is 263623.
What is the population of Chausala?
Chausala has a total population of 745, including 331 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Chausala?
There are 166 households in Chausala.
What is the literacy rate in Chausala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chausala is 67.38%. Male literacy is 79.76% and female literacy is 57.49%.