Kunj - Jainti, Almora
Kunj is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kunj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunj is 053478. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.38 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 74 km away.
Kunj 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 Kunj
According to the 2011 Census, Kunj village had a total population of 303 people, including 143 males and 160 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,119 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 94.26% and female literacy at 65.28%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 303 | 143 | 160 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 20 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 115 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 28 | 66 |
Nearby Villages of Kunj
Kunj 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 Kunj
Kunj is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Kunj is about 74 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kunj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunj
Where is Kunj located?
Kunj village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kunj?
Kunj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunj?
The pincode of Kunj is 263626.
What is the population of Kunj?
Kunj had a total population of 303, including 143 males and 160 females.
How many households are there in Kunj?
Kunj had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunj was 78.57%. Male literacy was 94.26% and female literacy was 65.28%.