Chantola - Kanda, Bageshwar
Chantola is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Chantola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chantola is 050843. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.78 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Chantola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Chantola
According to the 2011 Census, Chantola village had a total population of 220 people, including 95 males and 125 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 1,316 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.89%, with male literacy at 86.05% and female literacy at 59.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 219.
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 | 220 | 95 | 125 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 9 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 219 | 95 | 124 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 133 | 74 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 87 | 21 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Chantola
Chantola 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 Chantola
Public transport in the Chantola is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Bageshwar to Chantola is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chantola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chantola village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Chantola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chantola 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 Chantola
Where is Chantola located?
Chantola village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chantola?
Chantola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Chantola?
The pincode of Chantola is 263631.
What is the population of Chantola?
Chantola had a total population of 220, including 95 males and 125 females.
How many households are there in Chantola?
Chantola had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chantola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chantola was 71.89%. Male literacy was 86.05% and female literacy was 59.60%.