Munawai - Kanalichhina, Pithoragarh
Munawai is a village situated in the Kanalichhina tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 52 km from Didihat and around 49 km from Pithoragarh. Barmo serves as the Gram Panchayat for Munawai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Munawai is 049520. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.72 hectares and falls under the 262541 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 49 km away.
Munawai 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Munawai
According to the 2011 Census, Munawai village had a total population of 120 people, including 49 males and 71 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,449 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.68%, with male literacy at 97.73% and female literacy at 76.12%.
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 | 120 | 49 | 71 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Illiterate Population | 26 | 6 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Munawai
Munawai 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 Munawai
Munawai 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 Pithoragarh to Munawai is about 49 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Munawai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Munawai 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 Munawai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Munawai 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 Munawai
Where is Munawai located?
Munawai village is located in Kanalichhina Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Munawai?
The Gram Panchayat of Munawai is Barmo.
What is the pincode of Munawai?
The pincode of Munawai is 262541.
What is the population of Munawai?
Munawai had a total population of 120, including 49 males and 71 females.
How many households are there in Munawai?
Munawai had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Munawai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Munawai was 84.68%. Male literacy was 97.73% and female literacy was 76.12%.