Kongarh - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Kongarh is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Trijugi Narayan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kongarh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kongarh is 042062. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.89 hectares and falls under the 246471 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Kongarh 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 Kongarh
According to the 2011 Census, Kongarh village had a total population of 188 people, including 99 males and 89 females, living in 36 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.87%, with male literacy at 93.83% and female literacy at 64.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 188 | 99 | 89 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 18 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 71 | 74 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 123 | 76 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 23 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Kongarh
Kongarh 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 Kongarh
Kongarh is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Rudraprayag to Kongarh is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kongarh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kongarh 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 Kongarh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kongarh 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 Kongarh
Where is Kongarh located?
Kongarh village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kongarh?
The Gram Panchayat of Kongarh is Trijugi Narayan.
What is the pincode of Kongarh?
The pincode of Kongarh is 246471.
What is the population of Kongarh?
Kongarh had a total population of 188, including 99 males and 89 females.
How many households are there in Kongarh?
Kongarh had 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kongarh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kongarh was 79.87%. Male literacy was 93.83% and female literacy was 64.38%.