Kalchunda - Gairsain, Chamoli
Kalchunda is a village situated in the Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gairsain and around 114 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kalchunda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalchunda is 042027. The village covers a total geographical area of 102.48 hectares and falls under the 246486 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 78 km away.
Kalchunda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalchunda
As per Census 2011, Kalchunda village has a total population of 391 people, consisting of 185 males and 206 females. The village has 85 households and a sex ratio of 1,113 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 285 literate and 106 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalchunda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 185 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Literate Population | 285 | 152 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 33 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Kalchunda
Kalchunda 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 Kalchunda
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Kalchunda.
| 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 Karnaprayag to Kalchunda is about 78 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kalchunda is about 114 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalchunda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalchunda 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 Kalchunda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalchunda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalchunda
Where is Kalchunda located?
Kalchunda village is located in Gairsain Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalchunda?
Kalchunda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalchunda?
The pincode of Kalchunda is 246486.
What is the population of Kalchunda?
Kalchunda has a total population of 391, including 185 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Kalchunda?
There are 85 households in Kalchunda.
What is the literacy rate in Kalchunda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalchunda is 72.89%. Male literacy is 82.16% and female literacy is 64.56%.