Kason - Nainbag, Tehri Garhwal
Kason is a village situated in the Nainbag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 58 km from Dhanaulti and around 94 km from New Tehri. Sartali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kason village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kason is 044166. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.09 hectares and falls under the 249186 pincode. Dehradun is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kason village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kason
According to the 2011 Census, Kason village had a total population of 188 people, including 105 males and 83 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 790 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.19%, with male literacy at 86.32% and female literacy at 63.01%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 188 | 105 | 83 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 10 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 128 | 82 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 60 | 23 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Kason
Kason is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kanda Lagga Timliyal Gaon | North-East | 0.75 km |
| Pali | South | 1.03 km |
| Kona Urph Kuwan Gaon | West | 1.40 km |
| Kandriyana | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Ranogi | East | 1.85 km |
| Timliyal Gaon | South | 2.22 km |
| Takarana | West | 2.37 km |
| Mailgar | North-East | 2.95 km |
| Jakhnoj Bhisto | North-West | 3.13 km |
| Bhediyana | East | 3.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kason
Kason is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Dehradun, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 34.4 km.
| 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 Dehradun to Kason is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kason is about 94 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kason
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kason village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kason
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kason 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 Kason
Where is Kason located?
Kason village is located in Nainbag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kason?
The Gram Panchayat of Kason is Sartali.
What is the pincode of Kason?
The pincode of Kason is 249186.
What is the population of Kason?
Kason had a total population of 188, including 105 males and 83 females.
How many households are there in Kason?
Kason had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kason?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kason was 76.19%. Male literacy was 86.32% and female literacy was 63.01%.