Giwali - Chaukhutiya, Almora
Giwali is a village situated in the Chaukhutiya tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chaukhutiya and around 93 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gawali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Giwali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Giwali is 052008. The village covers a total geographical area of 124.73 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Giwali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Giwali
According to the 2011 Census, Giwali village had a total population of 238 people, including 109 males and 129 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,183 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.25%, with male literacy at 96.63% and female literacy at 69.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 64.
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 | 238 | 109 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 64 | 31 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 169 | 86 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 23 | 46 |
Nearby Villages of Giwali
Giwali 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 Giwali
Giwali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Ranikhet to Giwali is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Giwali is about 93 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Giwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Giwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Giwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Giwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Giwali
Where is Giwali located?
Giwali village is located in Chaukhutiya Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Giwali?
The Gram Panchayat of Giwali is Gawali.
What is the pincode of Giwali?
The pincode of Giwali is 263653.
What is the population of Giwali?
Giwali had a total population of 238, including 109 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Giwali?
Giwali had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Giwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Giwali was 81.25%. Male literacy was 96.63% and female literacy was 69.75%.