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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Kail village has a total population of 112 people, consisting of 58 males and 54 females. The village has 19 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 23 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kail are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 112 | 58 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 10 | 5 |
| 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 has a total population of 112, including 58 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Kail?
There are 19 households in Kail.
What is the literacy rate in Kail?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kail is 79.46%. Male literacy is 82.76% and female literacy is 75.93%.