Chintoli - Syalde, Almora
Chintoli is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 50 km from Bhikiyasain and around 160 km from Almora. Chintoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chintoli is 051498. The village covers a total geographical area of 407.17 hectares and falls under the 263659 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 150 km away.
Chintoli village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chintoli
As per Census 2011, Chintoli village has a total population of 1,072 people, consisting of 463 males and 609 females. The village has 213 households and a sex ratio of 1,315 females per 1,000 males. There are 205 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 637 literate and 435 illiterate residents. Additionally, 141 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chintoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,072 | 463 | 609 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 205 | 104 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 141 | 62 | 79 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 637 | 326 | 311 |
| Illiterate Population | 435 | 137 | 298 |
Nearby Villages of Chintoli
Chintoli 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 Chintoli
Chintoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Chintoli is about 150 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Chintoli 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 Chintoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chintoli 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 Chintoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chintoli 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Chintoli
Where is Chintoli located?
Chintoli village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chintoli?
Chintoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chintoli?
The pincode of Chintoli is 263659.
What is the population of Chintoli?
Chintoli has a total population of 1,072, including 463 males and 609 females.
How many households are there in Chintoli?
There are 213 households in Chintoli.
What is the literacy rate in Chintoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chintoli is 59.42%. Male literacy is 70.41% and female literacy is 51.07%.