Kujeli - Bhanoli, Almora
Kujeli 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 51 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Sindhia Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kujeli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kujeli is 053683. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.42 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 51 km away.
Kujeli 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 Kujeli
According to the 2011 Census, Kujeli village had a total population of 128 people, including 59 males and 69 females, living in 25 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 60.00%, with male literacy at 66.67% and female literacy at 54.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 112.
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 | 128 | 59 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 11 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 112 | 54 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 32 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 62 | 27 | 35 |
Nearby Villages of Kujeli
Kujeli 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 Kujeli
Public transport in the Kujeli is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Kujeli is about 51 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kujeli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kujeli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kujeli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kujeli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kujeli
Where is Kujeli located?
Kujeli village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kujeli?
The Gram Panchayat of Kujeli is Sindhia Malla.
What is the pincode of Kujeli?
The pincode of Kujeli is 263622.
What is the population of Kujeli?
Kujeli had a total population of 128, including 59 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Kujeli?
Kujeli had 25 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kujeli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kujeli was 60.00%. Male literacy was 66.67% and female literacy was 54.84%.