Kaldu
Kaldu is a village located in Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Karnaprayag (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kaleshwar is the gram panchayat of Kaldu village.
Here you can discover what makes Kaldu unique in its vibrant Karnaprayag-Chamoli region. You’ll see Kaldu’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 Kaldu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kaldu is 041362. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246444. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Kaldu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kaldu
Population of Kaldu
According to the 2011 Census, Kaldu has a total population of about 569, with approximately 282 males and 287 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 197 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 100. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.21%, with male literacy at about 83.33% and female literacy near 73.17%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kaldu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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 |
Connectivity of Kaldu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kaldu. As per the 2011 stats, Kaldu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kaldu
Knowing the nearby villages of Kaldu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kaldu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kaldu
- Where is Kaldu located?
- Kaldu village is situated in Karnaprayag Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kaldu?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kaldu is Kaleshwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kaldu?
- The pincode of Kaldu is 246444, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kaldu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kaldu is 569, with 282 males and 287 females.
- How many households are there in Kaldu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kaldu village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kaldu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kaldu is 78.21%. The male literacy rate is 83.33%, while the female literacy rate is 73.17%.