Kui - Kapkot, Bageshwar
Kui is a village situated in the Kapkot tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kapkot and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Gasi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kui village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kui is 050529. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.53 hectares and falls under the 263632 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Kui 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kui
According to the 2011 Census, Kui village had a total population of 150 people, including 75 males and 75 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.39%, with male literacy at 91.80% and female literacy at 55.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 61.
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 | 150 | 75 | 75 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 14 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 61 | 31 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 91 | 56 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 19 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Kui
Kui 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 Kui
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kui.
| 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 Kui is about 39 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 Kui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kui village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kui 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kui
Where is Kui located?
Kui village is located in Kapkot Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kui?
The Gram Panchayat of Kui is Gasi.
What is the pincode of Kui?
The pincode of Kui is 263632.
What is the population of Kui?
Kui had a total population of 150, including 75 males and 75 females.
How many households are there in Kui?
Kui had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kui was 73.39%. Male literacy was 91.80% and female literacy was 55.56%.