Munra - Sult, Almora
Munra is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 170 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Munra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munra is 052154. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.77 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Munra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Munra
According to the 2011 Census, Munra village had a total population of 199 people, including 81 males and 118 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,457 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.26%, with male literacy at 89.55% and female literacy at 59.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 199 | 81 | 118 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 124 | 60 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 75 | 21 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Munra
Munra 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 Munra
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Munra.
| 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 Munra is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Munra is about 170 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Munra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Munra
Where is Munra located?
Munra village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Munra?
Munra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Munra?
The pincode of Munra is 263676.
What is the population of Munra?
Munra had a total population of 199, including 81 males and 118 females.
How many households are there in Munra?
Munra had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munra was 71.26%. Male literacy was 89.55% and female literacy was 59.81%.