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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Chonala village has a total population of 225 people, consisting of 97 males and 128 females. The village has 51 households and a sex ratio of 1,319 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 156 literate and 69 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Chonala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 225 | 97 | 128 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| 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 has a total population of 225, including 97 males and 128 females.
How many households are there in Chonala?
There are 51 households in Chonala.
What is the literacy rate in Chonala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chonala is 69.33%. Male literacy is 80.41% and female literacy is 60.94%.