Chitaula - Bhanoli, Almora
Chitaula is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chitola serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chitaula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chitaula is 053634. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.75 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Chitaula 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 Chitaula
According to the 2011 Census, Chitaula village had a total population of 137 people, including 59 males and 78 females, living in 27 households. The sex ratio was 1,322 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.55%, with male literacy at 87.76% and female literacy at 59.70%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 24.
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 | 137 | 59 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 10 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 83 | 43 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 54 | 16 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Chitaula
Chitaula 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 Chitaula
Public transport in the Chitaula is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Chitaula is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chitaula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chitaula 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Chitaula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chitaula 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 Chitaula
Where is Chitaula located?
Chitaula village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chitaula?
The Gram Panchayat of Chitaula is Chitola.
What is the pincode of Chitaula?
The pincode of Chitaula is 263622.
What is the population of Chitaula?
Chitaula had a total population of 137, including 59 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Chitaula?
Chitaula had 27 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chitaula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chitaula was 71.55%. Male literacy was 87.76% and female literacy was 59.70%.