Sumalt - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Sumalt is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kola Dungri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sumalt village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sumalt is 041417. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.27 hectares and falls under the 246474 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Sumalt village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sumalt
According to the 2011 Census, Sumalt village had a total population of 90 people, including 40 males and 50 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 1,250 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.93%, with male literacy at 97.30% and female literacy at 71.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 7.
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 | 90 | 40 | 50 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 4 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Sumalt
Sumalt 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 Sumalt
Sumalt 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 >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 Karnaprayag to Sumalt is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sumalt is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sumalt
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sumalt 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 Sumalt
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sumalt 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sumalt
Where is Sumalt located?
Sumalt village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sumalt?
The Gram Panchayat of Sumalt is Kola Dungri.
What is the pincode of Sumalt?
The pincode of Sumalt is 246474.
What is the population of Sumalt?
Sumalt had a total population of 90, including 40 males and 50 females.
How many households are there in Sumalt?
Sumalt had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sumalt?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sumalt was 82.93%. Male literacy was 97.30% and female literacy was 71.11%.