Chhater Munil - Sult, Almora
Chhater Munil is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 160 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kataria Talla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chhater Munil village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chhater Munil is 052139. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.46 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 58 km away.
Chhater Munil village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Chhater Munil
According to the 2011 Census, Chhater Munil village had a total population of 39 people, including 20 males and 19 females, living in 10 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 61.76%, with male literacy at 82.35% and female literacy at 41.18%.
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 | 39 | 20 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 6 | 12 |
Nearby Villages of Chhater Munil
Chhater Munil is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kalsir | South-West | 0.91 km |
| Tukanauli | South | 0.92 km |
| Pipana | North-East | 1.14 km |
| Rankuna | East | 1.34 km |
| Rampur | North | 1.35 km |
| Katriya Malla | North-West | 1.50 km |
| Katriya Talla | West | 1.50 km |
| Siroli Kukrar | South-East | 1.57 km |
| Dhopari | West | 1.99 km |
| Khumarh | South-West | 2.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Chhater Munil
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Chhater Munil. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 65.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ramnagar to Chhater Munil is about 58 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chhater Munil is about 160 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chhater Munil
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chhater Munil village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chhater Munil
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chhater Munil 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chhater Munil
Where is Chhater Munil located?
Chhater Munil village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chhater Munil?
The Gram Panchayat of Chhater Munil is Kataria Talla.
What is the pincode of Chhater Munil?
The pincode of Chhater Munil is 263676.
What is the population of Chhater Munil?
Chhater Munil had a total population of 39, including 20 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Chhater Munil?
Chhater Munil had 10 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chhater Munil?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chhater Munil was 61.76%. Male literacy was 82.35% and female literacy was 41.18%.