Kaundha Asaraf - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Kaundha Asaraf is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Pindari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaundha Asaraf village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaundha Asaraf is 056129. The village covers a total geographical area of 142.94 hectares and falls under the 262405 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 7 km away.
Kaundha Asaraf 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 Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaundha Asaraf
According to the 2011 Census, Kaundha Asaraf village had a total population of 490 people, including 243 males and 247 females, living in 98 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.03%, with male literacy at 80.37% and female literacy at 61.68%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 490 | 243 | 247 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 29 | 33 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 14 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 304 | 172 | 132 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 71 | 115 |
Nearby Villages of Kaundha Asaraf
Kaundha Asaraf 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 Kaundha Asaraf
Kaundha Asaraf is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| 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 Sitarganj to Kaundha Asaraf is about 7 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kaundha Asaraf is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaundha Asaraf
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaundha Asaraf village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaundha Asaraf
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaundha Asaraf village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kaundha Asaraf
Where is Kaundha Asaraf located?
Kaundha Asaraf village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaundha Asaraf?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaundha Asaraf is Pindari.
What is the pincode of Kaundha Asaraf?
The pincode of Kaundha Asaraf is 262405.
What is the population of Kaundha Asaraf?
Kaundha Asaraf had a total population of 490, including 243 males and 247 females.
How many households are there in Kaundha Asaraf?
Kaundha Asaraf had 98 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaundha Asaraf?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaundha Asaraf was 71.03%. Male literacy was 80.37% and female literacy was 61.68%.