Kunari - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Kunari is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 36 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 36 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kunri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kunari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunari is 043226. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.22 hectares and falls under the 249122 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kunari 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 Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kunari
According to the 2011 Census, Kunari village had a total population of 387 people, including 201 males and 186 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 925 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.87%, with male literacy at 97.21% and female literacy at 63.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 387 | 201 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 279 | 174 | 105 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 27 | 81 |
Nearby Villages of Kunari
Kunari 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 Kunari
Public transport in the Kunari 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 >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Kunari is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kunari is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kunari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunari 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kunari
Where is Kunari located?
Kunari village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kunari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kunari is Kunri.
What is the pincode of Kunari?
The pincode of Kunari is 249122.
What is the population of Kunari?
Kunari had a total population of 387, including 201 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Kunari?
Kunari had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunari was 80.87%. Male literacy was 97.21% and female literacy was 63.25%.