Kundela - Rikhanikhal, Pauri Garhwal
Kundela is a village situated in the Rikhanikhal tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 68 km from Lansdowne and around 154 km from Pauri. Sundroli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kundela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kundela is 047570. The village covers a total geographical area of 43.86 hectares and falls under the 246179 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kundela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Lansdowne Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kundela
According to the 2011 Census, Kundela village had a total population of 26 people, including 11 males and 15 females, living in 9 households. The sex ratio was 1,364 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.23%, with male literacy at 90.91% and female literacy at 53.33%.
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 | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 10 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 8 | 1 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Kundela
Kundela 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 Kundela
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kundela.
| 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 Lansdowne to Kundela is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kundela is about 154 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kundela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kundela 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 Kundela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kundela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kundela
Where is Kundela located?
Kundela village is located in Rikhanikhal Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kundela?
The Gram Panchayat of Kundela is Sundroli.
What is the pincode of Kundela?
The pincode of Kundela is 246179.
What is the population of Kundela?
Kundela had a total population of 26, including 11 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Kundela?
Kundela had 9 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kundela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kundela was 69.23%. Male literacy was 90.91% and female literacy was 53.33%.