Kunakhet
Kunakhet is a village located in Gairsain tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 34km away from sub-district headquarter Gairsain (tehsildar office) and 129km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kunkhet is the gram panchayat of Kunakhet village.
Here you can discover what makes Kunakhet unique in its vibrant Gairsain-Chamoli region. You’ll see Kunakhet’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 Kunakhet
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunakhet is 041965. The village spans a total geographical area of 60.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246488. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Kunakhet village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 74km away.
Google Map of Kunakhet
Population of Kunakhet
According to the 2011 Census, Kunakhet has a total population of about 435, with approximately 199 males and 236 females. The sex ratio is around 1185 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 72 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 62.30%, with male literacy at about 77.89% and female literacy near 49.15%. There are around 97 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunakhet's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 435 | 199 | 236 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 33 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 271 | 155 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 44 | 120 |
Connectivity of Kunakhet
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunakhet. As per the 2011 stats, Kunakhet 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kunakhet
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunakhet helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunakhet.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunakhet
- Where is Kunakhet located?
- Kunakhet village is situated in Gairsain Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunakhet?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kunakhet is Kunkhet (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kunakhet?
- The pincode of Kunakhet is 246488, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunakhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunakhet is 435, with 199 males and 236 females.
- How many households are there in Kunakhet as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunakhet village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunakhet as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunakhet is 62.30%. The male literacy rate is 77.89%, while the female literacy rate is 49.15%.