Kedia Mad - Bhanoli, Almora
Kedia Mad is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 67 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chaun Dungari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kedia Mad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kedia Mad is 053715. The village covers a total geographical area of 47.54 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 67 km away.
Kedia Mad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kedia Mad
As per Census 2011, Kedia Mad village has a total population of 147 people, consisting of 67 males and 80 females. The village has 32 households and a sex ratio of 1,194 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 79 literate and 68 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kedia Mad are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 147 | 67 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Literate Population | 79 | 44 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 23 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Kedia Mad
Kedia Mad 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 Kedia Mad
Kedia Mad 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 Almora to Kedia Mad is about 67 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kedia Mad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kedia Mad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kedia Mad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kedia Mad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kedia Mad
Where is Kedia Mad located?
Kedia Mad village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kedia Mad?
The Gram Panchayat of Kedia Mad is Chaun Dungari.
What is the pincode of Kedia Mad?
The pincode of Kedia Mad is 263622.
What is the population of Kedia Mad?
Kedia Mad has a total population of 147, including 67 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Kedia Mad?
There are 32 households in Kedia Mad.
What is the literacy rate in Kedia Mad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kedia Mad is 53.74%. Male literacy is 65.67% and female literacy is 43.75%.