Kalchunda
Kalchunda is a village located in Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 29km away from sub-district headquarter Gairsain (tehsildar office) and 114km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kalchunda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalchunda unique in its vibrant Gairsain-Chamoli region. You’ll see Kalchunda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kalchunda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalchunda is 042027. The village spans a total geographical area of 102.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246486. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Kalchunda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 78km away.
Google Map of Kalchunda
Population of Kalchunda
According to the 2011 Census, Kalchunda has a total population of about 391, with approximately 185 males and 206 females. The sex ratio is around 1113 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 46 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 72.89%, with male literacy at about 82.16% and female literacy near 64.56%. There are around 85 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalchunda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 185 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 285 | 152 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 33 | 73 |
Connectivity of Kalchunda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalchunda. As per the 2011 stats, Kalchunda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalchunda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalchunda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalchunda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalchunda
- Where is Kalchunda located?
- Kalchunda village is situated in Gairsain Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalchunda?
- Kalchunda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalchunda?
- The pincode of Kalchunda is 246486, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalchunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalchunda is 391, with 185 males and 206 females.
- How many households are there in Kalchunda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalchunda village has a total of 85 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalchunda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalchunda is 72.89%. The male literacy rate is 82.16%, while the female literacy rate is 64.56%.