Mungal - Lamgada, Almora
Mungal is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 41 km from Almora and around 41 km from Almora. Naura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Mungal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Mungal is 053230. The village covers a total geographical area of 133.38 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 41 km away.
Mungal 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 Mungal
According to the 2011 Census, Mungal village had a total population of 303 people, including 150 males and 153 females, living in 56 households. The sex ratio was 1,020 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.18%, with male literacy at 85.82% and female literacy at 59.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157.
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 | 303 | 150 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 16 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 82 | 75 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 191 | 115 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 35 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Mungal
Mungal 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 Mungal
Public transport in the Mungal is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Mungal is about 41 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Mungal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Mungal 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 Mungal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Mungal 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 Mungal
Where is Mungal located?
Mungal village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Mungal?
The Gram Panchayat of Mungal is Naura.
What is the pincode of Mungal?
The pincode of Mungal is 263625.
What is the population of Mungal?
Mungal had a total population of 303, including 150 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Mungal?
Mungal had 56 households.
What is the literacy rate in Mungal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mungal was 73.18%. Male literacy was 85.82% and female literacy was 59.84%.