Kaman - Syalde, Almora
Kaman is a village situated in the Syalde tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Bhikiyasain and around 120 km from Almora. Kaman village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaman is 051586. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.72 hectares and falls under the 263665 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Kaman 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 Salt Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaman
According to the 2011 Census, Kaman village had a total population of 145 people, including 68 males and 77 females, living in 51 households. The sex ratio was 1,132 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.86%, with male literacy at 87.50% and female literacy at 60.53%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 22.
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 | 145 | 68 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 102 | 56 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 12 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Kaman
Kaman 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 Kaman
Kaman 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 Ramnagar to Kaman is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Kaman is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaman 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kaman
Where is Kaman located?
Kaman village is located in Syalde Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaman?
Kaman is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kaman?
The pincode of Kaman is 263665.
What is the population of Kaman?
Kaman had a total population of 145, including 68 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Kaman?
Kaman had 51 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaman was 72.86%. Male literacy was 87.50% and female literacy was 60.53%.