Kalaif - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Kalaif is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 39 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 39 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kalaith serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kalaif village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalaif is 043845. The village covers a total geographical area of 106.92 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Kalaif 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 Kalaif
According to the 2011 Census, Kalaif village had a total population of 282 people, including 130 males and 152 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,169 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 80.89%, with male literacy at 87.61% and female literacy at 75.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 282 | 130 | 152 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 17 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 199 | 99 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 83 | 31 | 52 |
Nearby Villages of Kalaif
Kalaif 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 Kalaif
Kalaif is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Kalaif is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kalaif is about 39 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 Kalaif
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalaif village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kalaif
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalaif village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kalaif
Where is Kalaif located?
Kalaif village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalaif?
The Gram Panchayat of Kalaif is Kalaith.
What is the pincode of Kalaif?
The pincode of Kalaif is 249001.
What is the population of Kalaif?
Kalaif had a total population of 282, including 130 males and 152 females.
How many households are there in Kalaif?
Kalaif had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kalaif?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalaif was 80.89%. Male literacy was 87.61% and female literacy was 75.19%.