Imala - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Imala is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 123 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kotal Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Imala village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Imala is 048964. The village covers a total geographical area of 238.52 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Imala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Imala
As per Census 2011, Imala village has a total population of 169 people, consisting of 88 males and 81 females. The village has 40 households and a sex ratio of 920 females per 1,000 males. There are 23 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 106 literate and 63 illiterate residents. Additionally, 20 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 121 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Imala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 169 | 88 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 12 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 121 | 59 | 62 |
| Literate Population | 106 | 66 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 22 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Imala
Imala 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 Imala
Imala is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Didihat to Imala is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Imala is about 123 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Imala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Imala 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Imala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Imala 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 Imala
Where is Imala located?
Imala village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Imala?
The Gram Panchayat of Imala is Kotal Gaon.
What is the pincode of Imala?
The pincode of Imala is 262554.
What is the population of Imala?
Imala has a total population of 169, including 88 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Imala?
There are 40 households in Imala.
What is the literacy rate in Imala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Imala is 62.72%. Male literacy is 75.00% and female literacy is 49.38%.