Kalai - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Kalai is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Moli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalai is 042245. The village covers a total geographical area of 29.64 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Kalai 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 Kalai
As per Census 2011, Kalai village has a total population of 136 people, consisting of 55 males and 81 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,472 females per 1,000 males. There are 15 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 96 literate and 40 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 136 | 55 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 49 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 6 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kalai
Kalai 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 Kalai
Kalai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Kalai is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalai 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalai
Where is Kalai located?
Kalai village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalai is Moli.
What is the pincode of Kalai?
The pincode of Kalai is 246425.
What is the population of Kalai?
Kalai has a total population of 136, including 55 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Kalai?
There are 28 households in Kalai.
What is the literacy rate in Kalai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalai is 70.59%. Male literacy is 89.09% and female literacy is 58.02%.