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 Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kedia Mad village had a total population of 147 people, including 67 males and 80 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 1,194 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.29%, with male literacy at 86.27% and female literacy at 50.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 147 | 67 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 16 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 34 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 147, including 67 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Kedia Mad?
Kedia Mad had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kedia Mad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kedia Mad was 65.29%. Male literacy was 86.27% and female literacy was 50.00%.