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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kailashpur
As per Census 2011, Kailashpur village has a total population of 158 people, consisting of 80 males and 78 females. The village has 35 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 107 literate and 51 illiterate residents. Additionally, 158 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kailashpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 158 | 80 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 11 | 4 |
| 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 has a total population of 158, including 80 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Kailashpur?
There are 35 households in Kailashpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kailashpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kailashpur is 67.72%. Male literacy is 76.25% and female literacy is 58.97%.