Kailashpur - Joshimath, Chamoli
Kailashpur is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 70 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 137 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kailashpur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kailashpur is 040893. The village covers a total geographical area of 25061.47 hectares and falls under the 246443 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 70 km away.
Kailashpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kailashpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kailashpur village had a total population of 158 people, including 80 males and 78 females, living in 35 households. The sex ratio was 975 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.83%, with male literacy at 88.41% and female literacy at 62.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 158.
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 | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Literate Population | 107 | 61 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 19 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Kailashpur
Kailashpur 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 Kailashpur
Kailashpur 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Kailashpur is about 70 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kailashpur is about 137 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kailashpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kailashpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kailashpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kailashpur 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 Kailashpur
Where is Kailashpur located?
Kailashpur village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kailashpur?
Kailashpur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kailashpur?
The pincode of Kailashpur is 246443.
What is the population of Kailashpur?
Kailashpur had a total population of 158, including 80 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Kailashpur?
Kailashpur had 35 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kailashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kailashpur was 74.83%. Male literacy was 88.41% and female literacy was 62.16%.