Kimana - Joshimath, Chamoli
Kimana is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 99 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kimana village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kimana is 040834. The village covers a total geographical area of 219.85 hectares and falls under the 246472 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 32 km away.
Kimana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kimana
According to the 2011 Census, Kimana village had a total population of 450 people, including 227 males and 223 females, living in 100 households. The sex ratio was 982 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.38%, with male literacy at 96.10% and female literacy at 69.79%.
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 | 450 | 227 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 22 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 197 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 30 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Kimana
Kimana 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 Kimana
Kimana 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 >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 Joshimath to Kimana is about 32 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kimana is about 99 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kimana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kimana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kimana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kimana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kimana
Where is Kimana located?
Kimana village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kimana?
Kimana is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kimana?
The pincode of Kimana is 246472.
What is the population of Kimana?
Kimana had a total population of 450, including 227 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Kimana?
Kimana had 100 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kimana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kimana was 83.38%. Male literacy was 96.10% and female literacy was 69.79%.