Kyark - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Kyark is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Bhingee serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kyark village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kyark is 042175. The village covers a total geographical area of 147.25 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kyark 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 Kyark
According to the 2011 Census, Kyark village had a total population of 109 people, including 50 males and 59 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,180 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 97.56% and female literacy at 76.00%.
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 | 109 | 50 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 78 | 40 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 10 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Kyark
Kyark 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 Kyark
Kyark 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Kyark is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kyark
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kyark village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kyark
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kyark village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kyark
Where is Kyark located?
Kyark village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kyark?
The Gram Panchayat of Kyark is Bhingee.
What is the pincode of Kyark?
The pincode of Kyark is 246425.
What is the population of Kyark?
Kyark had a total population of 109, including 50 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Kyark?
Kyark had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kyark?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kyark was 85.71%. Male literacy was 97.56% and female literacy was 76.00%.