Kantali - Someshwar, Almora
Kantali is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Katali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantali is 053251. The village covers a total geographical area of 114.57 hectares and falls under the 263639 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Kantali 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 Kantali
According to the 2011 Census, Kantali village had a total population of 1,106 people, including 674 males and 432 females, living in 517 households. The sex ratio was 641 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.95%, with male literacy at 94.78% and female literacy at 68.97%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 379.
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 | 1,106 | 674 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 116 | 61 | 55 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 379 | 188 | 191 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 841 | 581 | 260 |
| Illiterate Population | 265 | 93 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Kantali
Kantali 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 Kantali
Kantali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Almora to Kantali is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantali 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kantali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantali 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 Kantali
Where is Kantali located?
Kantali village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kantali?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantali is Katali.
What is the pincode of Kantali?
The pincode of Kantali is 263639.
What is the population of Kantali?
Kantali had a total population of 1,106, including 674 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Kantali?
Kantali had 517 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kantali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantali was 84.95%. Male literacy was 94.78% and female literacy was 68.97%.