Chantola
Chantola is a village located in Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 32km away from sub-district headquarter Kanda (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Bageshwar. As per 2009 stats, Chantola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Chantola unique in its vibrant Kanda-Bageshwar region. You’ll see Chantola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Chantola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Chantola is 050843. The village spans a total geographical area of 107.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 263631. Bageshwar is nearest town to Chantola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.
When it comes to local governance, Chantola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Chantola
Population of Chantola
According to the 2011 Census, Chantola has a total population of about 220, with approximately 95 males and 125 females. The sex ratio is around 1315 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 35 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 219 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.45%, with male literacy at about 77.89% and female literacy near 47.20%. There are around 54 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Chantola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 220 | 95 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 9 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 95 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 133 | 74 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 21 | 66 |
Connectivity of Chantola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Chantola. As per the 2011 stats, Chantola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Chantola
Knowing the nearby villages of Chantola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Chantola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Chantola
- Where is Chantola located?
- Chantola village is situated in Kanda Tehsil, within the Bageshwar district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Chantola?
- Chantola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Chantola?
- The pincode of Chantola is 263631, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Chantola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Chantola is 220, with 95 males and 125 females.
- How many households are there in Chantola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Chantola village has a total of 54 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Chantola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Chantola is 60.45%. The male literacy rate is 77.89%, while the female literacy rate is 47.20%.