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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Mungal village has a total population of 303 people, consisting of 150 males and 153 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 191 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 157 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Mungal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 303 | 150 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 16 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 82 | 75 |
| 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 has a total population of 303, including 150 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Mungal?
There are 56 households in Mungal.
What is the literacy rate in Mungal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Mungal is 63.04%. Male literacy is 76.67% and female literacy is 49.67%.