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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Chausala village had a total population of 745 people, including 331 males and 414 females, living in 166 households. The sex ratio was 1,251 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.07%, with male literacy at 91.35% and female literacy at 67.23%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 745 | 331 | 414 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 102 | 42 | 60 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 66 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 745, including 331 males and 414 females.
How many households are there in Chausala?
Chausala had 166 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chausala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chausala was 78.07%. Male literacy was 91.35% and female literacy was 67.23%.