Kummaalt - Dwarahat, Almora
Kummaalt is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kummalt serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kummaalt village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kummaalt is 052768. The village covers a total geographical area of 207.75 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kummaalt 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kummaalt
According to the 2011 Census, Kummaalt village had a total population of 500 people, including 225 males and 275 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.28%, with male literacy at 92.71% and female literacy at 70.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 136.
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 | 500 | 225 | 275 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 33 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 136 | 56 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 178 | 172 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 47 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Kummaalt
Kummaalt 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 Kummaalt
Kummaalt 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 Dwarahat to Kummaalt is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kummaalt is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kummaalt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kummaalt village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kummaalt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kummaalt 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 Kummaalt
Where is Kummaalt located?
Kummaalt village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kummaalt?
The Gram Panchayat of Kummaalt is Kummalt.
What is the pincode of Kummaalt?
The pincode of Kummaalt is 263653.
What is the population of Kummaalt?
Kummaalt had a total population of 500, including 225 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Kummaalt?
Kummaalt had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kummaalt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kummaalt was 80.28%. Male literacy was 92.71% and female literacy was 70.49%.