Kakrad - Someshwar, Almora
Kakrad is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 32 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kakrad village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kakrad is 053344. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.59 hectares and falls under the 263637 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kakrad 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 Kakrad
According to the 2011 Census, Kakrad village had a total population of 326 people, including 147 males and 179 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,218 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.03%, with male literacy at 99.21% and female literacy at 72.05%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 102.
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 | 326 | 147 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 242 | 126 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 84 | 21 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Kakrad
Kakrad 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 Kakrad
Kakrad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Kakrad is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kakrad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kakrad 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kakrad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kakrad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kakrad
Where is Kakrad located?
Kakrad village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kakrad?
Kakrad is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kakrad?
The pincode of Kakrad is 263637.
What is the population of Kakrad?
Kakrad had a total population of 326, including 147 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Kakrad?
Kakrad had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kakrad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kakrad was 84.03%. Male literacy was 99.21% and female literacy was 72.05%.