Kunjalpur - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Kunjalpur is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Mansuna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunjalpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunjalpur is 042123. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.52 hectares and falls under the 246469 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kunjalpur 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 Kunjalpur
According to the 2011 Census, Kunjalpur village had a total population of 48 people, including 24 males and 24 females, living in 11 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.74%, with male literacy at 95.00% and female literacy at 60.87%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 19 | 14 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 5 | 10 |
Nearby Villages of Kunjalpur
Kunjalpur 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 Kunjalpur
Kunjalpur is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Kunjalpur is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunjalpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunjalpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kunjalpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunjalpur 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 Kunjalpur
Where is Kunjalpur located?
Kunjalpur village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kunjalpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunjalpur is Mansuna.
What is the pincode of Kunjalpur?
The pincode of Kunjalpur is 246469.
What is the population of Kunjalpur?
Kunjalpur had a total population of 48, including 24 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Kunjalpur?
Kunjalpur had 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunjalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunjalpur was 76.74%. Male literacy was 95.00% and female literacy was 60.87%.