Kaldu (Kaleshwar) - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Kaldu (Kaleshwar) is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kaleshwar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaldu (Kaleshwar) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaldu (Kaleshwar) is 041362. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.86 hectares and falls under the 246444 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kaldu (Kaleshwar) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kaldu (Kaleshwar)
According to the 2011 Census, Kaldu (Kaleshwar) village had a total population of 569 people, including 282 males and 287 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,018 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 90.26%, with male literacy at 98.33% and female literacy at 82.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 197, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 100.
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 | 569 | 282 | 287 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 43 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 197 | 93 | 104 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 100 | 51 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 445 | 235 | 210 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 47 | 77 |
Nearby Villages of Kaldu (Kaleshwar)
Kaldu (Kaleshwar) 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 Kaldu (Kaleshwar)
Kaldu (Kaleshwar) is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Karnaprayag to Kaldu (Kaleshwar) is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kaldu (Kaleshwar) is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaldu (Kaleshwar)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaldu (Kaleshwar) 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kaldu (Kaleshwar)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaldu (Kaleshwar) 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 Kaldu (Kaleshwar)
Where is Kaldu (Kaleshwar) located?
Kaldu (Kaleshwar) village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaldu (Kaleshwar)?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaldu (Kaleshwar) is Kaleshwar.
What is the pincode of Kaldu (Kaleshwar)?
The pincode of Kaldu (Kaleshwar) is 246444.
What is the population of Kaldu (Kaleshwar)?
Kaldu (Kaleshwar) had a total population of 569, including 282 males and 287 females.
How many households are there in Kaldu (Kaleshwar)?
Kaldu (Kaleshwar) had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaldu (Kaleshwar)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaldu (Kaleshwar) was 90.26%. Male literacy was 98.33% and female literacy was 82.68%.