Chintapur - Kaladhungi, Nainital
Chintapur is a village situated in the Kaladhungi tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kaladhungi and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Devalchour serves as the Gram Panchayat for Chintapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Chintapur is 055551. The village covers a total geographical area of 15.2 hectares and falls under the 263140 pincode. Kaladhungi is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Chintapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Chintapur
According to the 2011 Census, Chintapur village had a total population of 182 people, including 89 males and 93 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.25%, with male literacy at 91.78% and female literacy at 70.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73.
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 | 182 | 89 | 93 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 16 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 36 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 126 | 67 | 59 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 22 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Chintapur
Chintapur 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 Chintapur
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Chintapur.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Kaladhungi to Chintapur is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Chintapur is about 35 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Chintapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Chintapur 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Chintapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Chintapur 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 Chintapur
Where is Chintapur located?
Chintapur village is located in Kaladhungi Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Chintapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Chintapur is Devalchour.
What is the pincode of Chintapur?
The pincode of Chintapur is 263140.
What is the population of Chintapur?
Chintapur had a total population of 182, including 89 males and 93 females.
How many households are there in Chintapur?
Chintapur had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Chintapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Chintapur was 80.25%. Male literacy was 91.78% and female literacy was 70.24%.