Kanal Bunga - Someshwar, Almora
Kanal Bunga is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kanal Bunga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanal Bunga is 053395. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.05 hectares and falls under the 263636 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kanal Bunga 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 Kanal Bunga
According to the 2011 Census, Kanal Bunga village had a total population of 665 people, including 291 males and 374 females, living in 154 households. The sex ratio was 1,285 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.87%, with male literacy at 97.18% and female literacy at 72.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 80.
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 | 665 | 291 | 374 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 87 | 43 | 44 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 37 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 241 | 238 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 50 | 136 |
Nearby Villages of Kanal Bunga
Kanal Bunga 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 Kanal Bunga
Kanal Bunga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Almora to Kanal Bunga is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanal Bunga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanal Bunga 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanal Bunga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanal Bunga 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 Kanal Bunga
Where is Kanal Bunga located?
Kanal Bunga village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanal Bunga?
Kanal Bunga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanal Bunga?
The pincode of Kanal Bunga is 263636.
What is the population of Kanal Bunga?
Kanal Bunga had a total population of 665, including 291 males and 374 females.
How many households are there in Kanal Bunga?
Kanal Bunga had 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanal Bunga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanal Bunga was 82.87%. Male literacy was 97.18% and female literacy was 72.12%.