Kail - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Kail is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 32 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Makku serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kail village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kail is 042179. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.62 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 76 km away.
Kail 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kail
According to the 2011 Census, Kail village had a total population of 112 people, including 58 males and 54 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 91.75%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 83.67%.
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 | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 48 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 23 | 10 | 13 |
Nearby Villages of Kail
Kail 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 Kail
Kail 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 >10 km |
| 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 Rudraprayag to Kail is about 76 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kail
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kail village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kail
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kail village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kail
Where is Kail located?
Kail village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kail?
The Gram Panchayat of Kail is Makku.
What is the pincode of Kail?
The pincode of Kail is 246469.
What is the population of Kail?
Kail had a total population of 112, including 58 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Kail?
Kail had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kail was 91.75%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 83.67%.