Kumalti - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Kumalti is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 24 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Lata serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kumalti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kumalti is 040733. The village covers a total geographical area of 34.14 hectares and falls under the 249194 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.
Kumalti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kumalti
According to the 2011 Census, Kumalti village had a total population of 194 people, including 112 males and 82 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 732 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.80%, with male literacy at 98.97% and female literacy at 68.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 9.
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 | 194 | 112 | 82 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 145 | 96 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 16 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Kumalti
Kumalti 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 Kumalti
Kumalti is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Uttarkashi to Kumalti is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kumalti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kumalti 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 km |
Health Facilities in Kumalti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kumalti 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 Kumalti
Where is Kumalti located?
Kumalti village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kumalti?
The Gram Panchayat of Kumalti is Lata.
What is the pincode of Kumalti?
The pincode of Kumalti is 249194.
What is the population of Kumalti?
Kumalti had a total population of 194, including 112 males and 82 females.
How many households are there in Kumalti?
Kumalti had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kumalti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kumalti was 85.80%. Male literacy was 98.97% and female literacy was 68.06%.