Kyark - Bhatwari, Uttarkashi
Kyark is a village situated in the Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhatwari and around 33 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kyark village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kyark is 040724. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.65 hectares and falls under the 249135 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Kyark village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kyark
According to the 2011 Census, Kyark village had a total population of 334 people, including 171 males and 163 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 953 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.47%, with male literacy at 91.61% and female literacy at 65.52%.
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 | 334 | 171 | 163 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 28 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 226 | 131 | 95 |
| Illiterate Population | 108 | 40 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Kyark
Kyark 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 Kyark
Kyark is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Kyark is about 33 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 Kyark
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kyark 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kyark
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kyark 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kyark
Where is Kyark located?
Kyark village is located in Bhatwari Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kyark?
Kyark is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kyark?
The pincode of Kyark is 249135.
What is the population of Kyark?
Kyark had a total population of 334, including 171 males and 163 females.
How many households are there in Kyark?
Kyark had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kyark?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kyark was 78.47%. Male literacy was 91.61% and female literacy was 65.52%.