About Munsiyari

Little Kashmir of Uttarakhand

Munsiyari is a remote and breathtaking hill town in the Pithoragarh district, perched at 2,200 metres at the base of the Panchachuli peaks. Known as Little Kashmir, it serves as a key base for trekking to the Milam, Ralam, and Namik glaciers, and offers stunning views of the high Himalayan ranges.

Key Facts

Type
city
Region
kumaon
Division
Kumaon
Elevation
2200 m
Area
40 km²
Climate
temperate
STD Code
05961

Demographics

Population14,000 (2011)
Population Density350 /km²
Literacy Rate86.4%

Languages Spoken

HindiKumaoniBhotia