Kunar - Bageshwar
Kunar is a village situated in the Bageshwar tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from Bageshwar, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Fatgali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunar is 050895. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.8 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Kunar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunar
As per Census 2011, Kunar village has a total population of 53 people, consisting of 21 males and 32 females. The village has 14 households and a sex ratio of 1,523 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 36 literate and 17 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 53 | 21 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 15 | 21 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 6 | 11 |
Nearby Villages of Kunar
Kunar 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 Kunar
Public transport in the Kunar 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 Bageshwar to Kunar is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunar 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 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kunar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kunar
Where is Kunar located?
Kunar village is located in Bageshwar Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunar is Fatgali.
What is the pincode of Kunar?
The pincode of Kunar is 263634.
What is the population of Kunar?
Kunar has a total population of 53, including 21 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Kunar?
There are 14 households in Kunar.
What is the literacy rate in Kunar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunar is 67.92%. Male literacy is 71.43% and female literacy is 65.63%.