Kakarai - Someshwar, Almora
Kakarai is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Banaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kakarai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakarai is 053279. The village covers a total geographical area of 14.76 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kakarai 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kakarai
According to the 2011 Census, Kakarai village had a total population of 112 people, including 58 males and 54 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.83%, with male literacy at 94.00% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21.
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 | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 13 | 8 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 13 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 82 | 47 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 11 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Kakarai
Kakarai 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 Kakarai
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Kakarai.
| 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 Kakarai is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakarai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakarai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kakarai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakarai 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 Kakarai
Where is Kakarai located?
Kakarai village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kakarai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kakarai is Banaura.
What is the pincode of Kakarai?
The pincode of Kakarai is 263637.
What is the population of Kakarai?
Kakarai had a total population of 112, including 58 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Kakarai?
Kakarai had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakarai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakarai was 82.83%. Male literacy was 94.00% and female literacy was 71.43%.