Kuntola
Kuntola is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Kuntola village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kuntola unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Kuntola’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kuntola
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kuntola is 050122. The village spans a total geographical area of 422.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Kuntola village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 84km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kuntola village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kuntola
Population of Kuntola
According to the 2011 Census, Kuntola has a total population of about 1,125, with approximately 532 males and 593 females. The sex ratio is around 1114 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 183 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 384 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.56%, with male literacy at about 67.86% and female literacy near 52.11%. There are around 239 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kuntola's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,125 | 532 | 593 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 183 | 97 | 86 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 384 | 183 | 201 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 670 | 361 | 309 |
| Illiterate Population | 455 | 171 | 284 |
Connectivity of Kuntola
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kuntola. As per the 2011 stats, Kuntola had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kuntola
Knowing the nearby villages of Kuntola helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kuntola.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kuntola
- Where is Kuntola located?
- Kuntola village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kuntola?
- Kuntola serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kuntola?
- The pincode of Kuntola is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kuntola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kuntola is 1,125, with 532 males and 593 females.
- How many households are there in Kuntola as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kuntola village has a total of 239 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kuntola as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kuntola is 59.56%. The male literacy rate is 67.86%, while the female literacy rate is 52.11%.