Kunthari - Dwarahat, Almora
Kunthari is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kunthyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunthari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunthari is 052687. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.82 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kunthari 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 Kunthari
According to the 2011 Census, Kunthari village had a total population of 210 people, including 77 males and 133 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 1,727 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.10%, with male literacy at 92.54% and female literacy at 82.50%.
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 | 210 | 77 | 133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 62 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 15 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kunthari
Kunthari 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 Kunthari
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kunthari.
| 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 Dwarahat to Kunthari is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kunthari is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunthari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunthari 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kunthari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunthari 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 Kunthari
Where is Kunthari located?
Kunthari village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kunthari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunthari is Kunthyari.
What is the pincode of Kunthari?
The pincode of Kunthari is 263653.
What is the population of Kunthari?
Kunthari had a total population of 210, including 77 males and 133 females.
How many households are there in Kunthari?
Kunthari had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunthari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunthari was 86.10%. Male literacy was 92.54% and female literacy was 82.50%.