Munar - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Munar is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Rikhari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munar is 050550. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.09 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Munar 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 Munar
According to the 2011 Census, Munar village had a total population of 133 people, including 61 males and 72 females, living in 29 households. The sex ratio was 1,180 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.36%, with male literacy at 89.80% and female literacy at 65.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 18, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 133 | 61 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 18 | 6 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 44 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 17 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Munar
Munar 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 Munar
Munar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Munar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Munar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munar 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Munar
Where is Munar located?
Munar village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Munar?
The Gram Panchayat of Munar is Rikhari.
What is the pincode of Munar?
The pincode of Munar is 263632.
What is the population of Munar?
Munar had a total population of 133, including 61 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Munar?
Munar had 29 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munar was 76.36%. Male literacy was 89.80% and female literacy was 65.57%.