Karmi - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Karmi is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Karmi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Karmi is 050572. The village covers a total geographical area of 3219.32 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 43 km away.
Karmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Karmi
According to the 2011 Census, Karmi village had a total population of 2,241 people, including 1,046 males and 1,195 females, living in 477 households. The sex ratio was 1,142 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.05%, with male literacy at 93.44% and female literacy at 64.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 383.
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 | 2,241 | 1,046 | 1,195 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 287 | 147 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 383 | 169 | 214 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,525 | 840 | 685 |
| Illiterate Population | 716 | 206 | 510 |
Nearby Villages of Karmi
Karmi 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 Karmi
Karmi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Karmi is about 43 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Karmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Karmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Karmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Karmi 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 Karmi
Where is Karmi located?
Karmi village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Karmi?
Karmi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Karmi?
The pincode of Karmi is 263632.
What is the population of Karmi?
Karmi had a total population of 2,241, including 1,046 males and 1,195 females.
How many households are there in Karmi?
Karmi had 477 households.
What is the literacy rate in Karmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Karmi was 78.05%. Male literacy was 93.44% and female literacy was 64.93%.