Choutara - Sult, Almora
Choutara is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 150 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Patiya Chaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Choutara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Choutara is 052103. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.28 hectares and falls under the 244715 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 79 km away.
Choutara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Choutara
According to the 2011 Census, Choutara village had a total population of 74 people, including 30 males and 44 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 1,467 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.61%, with male literacy at 60.00% and female literacy at 45.95%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 15.
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 | 74 | 30 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 32 | 15 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 15 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Choutara
Choutara 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 Choutara
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Choutara.
| 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 Ramnagar to Choutara is about 79 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Choutara is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Choutara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Choutara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Choutara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Choutara 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 Choutara
Where is Choutara located?
Choutara village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Choutara?
The Gram Panchayat of Choutara is Patiya Chaura.
What is the pincode of Choutara?
The pincode of Choutara is 244715.
What is the population of Choutara?
Choutara had a total population of 74, including 30 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Choutara?
Choutara had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Choutara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Choutara was 51.61%. Male literacy was 60.00% and female literacy was 45.95%.