Fold
About Fold
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Fold village is 040518. Fold village is located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Fold village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 136.77 hectares. Fold has a total population of 1,298 peoples, out of which male population is 674 while female population is 624. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 925 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of fold village is 61.94% out of which 76.41% males and 46.31% females are literate. There are about 271 houses in fold village. Pincode of fold village locality is 249151.
When it comes to administration, Fold village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Fold village comes under Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Uttarkashi is nearest town to fold village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Fold
The population details of Fold cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,298 | 674 | 624 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 203 | 107 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 134 | 69 | 65 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 804 | 515 | 289 |
| Illiterate Population | 494 | 159 | 335 |
Connectivity of Fold
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Fold
Where is Fold located?
Fold village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Fold?
Fold serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Fold?
The pincode of Fold is 249151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Fold as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Fold is 1,298, with 674 males and 624 females.
How many households are there in Fold as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Fold village has a total of 271 households.
What is the literacy rate in Fold as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Fold is 61.94%. The male literacy rate is 76.41%, while the female literacy rate is 46.31%.