Kunjan - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Kunjan is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kunjan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kunjan is 040721. The village covers a total geographical area of 197.68 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kunjan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kunjan
According to the 2011 Census, Kunjan village had a total population of 442 people, including 236 males and 206 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 89.06%, with male literacy at 97.69% and female literacy at 78.53%.
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 | 442 | 236 | 206 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 20 | 29 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 350 | 211 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 92 | 25 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Kunjan
Kunjan 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 Kunjan
Kunjan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Uttarkashi to Kunjan is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kunjan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kunjan 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 Kunjan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kunjan 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 Kunjan
Where is Kunjan located?
Kunjan village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kunjan?
Kunjan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kunjan?
The pincode of Kunjan is 249135.
What is the population of Kunjan?
Kunjan had a total population of 442, including 236 males and 206 females.
How many households are there in Kunjan?
Kunjan had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kunjan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kunjan was 89.06%. Male literacy was 97.69% and female literacy was 78.53%.