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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Kunari village has a total population of 387 people, consisting of 201 males and 186 females. The village has 77 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 42 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 279 literate and 108 illiterate residents. Additionally, 40 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kunari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 387 | 201 | 186 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 42 | 22 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 20 | 20 |
| 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 has a total population of 387, including 201 males and 186 females.
How many households are there in Kunari?
There are 77 households in Kunari.
What is the literacy rate in Kunari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunari is 72.09%. Male literacy is 86.57% and female literacy is 56.45%.