Kaldhung - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Kaldhung is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 17 km from Pauri and around 17 km from Pauri. Dhobh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaldhung village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaldhung is 046194. The village covers a total geographical area of 80.95 hectares and falls under the 246001 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Kaldhung village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaldhung
According to the 2011 Census, Kaldhung village had a total population of 135 people, including 66 males and 69 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,045 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.86%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 63.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 99.
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 | 135 | 66 | 69 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 99 | 50 | 49 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 97 | 57 | 40 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 9 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kaldhung
Kaldhung 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 Kaldhung
Kaldhung is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Kaldhung is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaldhung
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaldhung village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kaldhung
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaldhung village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kaldhung
Where is Kaldhung located?
Kaldhung village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaldhung?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaldhung is Dhobh.
What is the pincode of Kaldhung?
The pincode of Kaldhung is 246001.
What is the population of Kaldhung?
Kaldhung had a total population of 135, including 66 males and 69 females.
How many households are there in Kaldhung?
Kaldhung had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaldhung?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaldhung was 78.86%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 63.49%.