Kichuwa - Shama, Bageshwar
Kichuwa is a village situated in the Shama tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 121 km from Kapkot and around 97 km from Bageshwar. Kalapaarkapari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kichuwa village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kichuwa is 050646. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.14 hectares and falls under the 263633 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 97 km away.
Kichuwa 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 Kichuwa
According to the 2011 Census, Kichuwa village had a total population of 38 people, including 19 males and 19 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.86%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 42.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 29.
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 | 38 | 19 | 19 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 29 | 14 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 16 | 5 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kichuwa
Kichuwa 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 Kichuwa
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kichuwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Kichuwa is about 97 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kichuwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kichuwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kichuwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kichuwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kichuwa
Where is Kichuwa located?
Kichuwa village is located in Shama Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kichuwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Kichuwa is Kalapaarkapari.
What is the pincode of Kichuwa?
The pincode of Kichuwa is 263633.
What is the population of Kichuwa?
Kichuwa had a total population of 38, including 19 males and 19 females.
How many households are there in Kichuwa?
Kichuwa had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kichuwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kichuwa was 62.86%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 42.11%.