Kuwali - Ranikhet, Almora
Kuwali is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kuwali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kuwali is 052277. The village covers a total geographical area of 188.43 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kuwali 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kuwali
According to the 2011 Census, Kuwali village had a total population of 664 people, including 308 males and 356 females, living in 155 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.62%, with male literacy at 96.54% and female literacy at 71.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132.
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 | 664 | 308 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 48 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 55 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 480 | 251 | 229 |
| Illiterate Population | 184 | 57 | 127 |
Nearby Villages of Kuwali
Kuwali 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 Kuwali
Kuwali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Ranikhet to Kuwali is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kuwali is about 37 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kuwali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kuwali village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kuwali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kuwali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kuwali
Where is Kuwali located?
Kuwali village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kuwali?
Kuwali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kuwali?
The pincode of Kuwali is 263652.
What is the population of Kuwali?
Kuwali had a total population of 664, including 308 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Kuwali?
Kuwali had 155 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kuwali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kuwali was 82.62%. Male literacy was 96.54% and female literacy was 71.34%.