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 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 Kunjalpur
As per Census 2011, Kunjalpur village has a total population of 48 people, consisting of 24 males and 24 females. The village has 11 households and a sex ratio of 1,000 females per 1,000 males. There are 5 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 33 literate and 15 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunjalpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 48 | 24 | 24 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| 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 has a total population of 48, including 24 males and 24 females.
How many households are there in Kunjalpur?
There are 11 households in Kunjalpur.
What is the literacy rate in Kunjalpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunjalpur is 68.75%. Male literacy is 79.17% and female literacy is 58.33%.