Chonala - Kanda, Bageshwar
Chonala is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Chounala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chonala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chonala is 050698. The village covers a total geographical area of 59.15 hectares and falls under the 263640 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Chonala 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 Chonala
According to the 2011 Census, Chonala village had a total population of 225 people, including 97 males and 128 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,320 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.23%, with male literacy at 91.76% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 225 | 97 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 156 | 78 | 78 |
| Illiterate Population | 69 | 19 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Chonala
Chonala 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 Chonala
Chonala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Bageshwar to Chonala is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chonala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chonala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Chonala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chonala 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Chonala
Where is Chonala located?
Chonala village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Chonala?
The Gram Panchayat of Chonala is Chounala.
What is the pincode of Chonala?
The pincode of Chonala is 263640.
What is the population of Chonala?
Chonala had a total population of 225, including 97 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Chonala?
Chonala had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chonala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chonala was 77.23%. Male literacy was 91.76% and female literacy was 66.67%.