Kalyani
Kalyani is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kalyani village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalyani unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kalyani’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kalyani
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalyani is 040567. The village spans a total geographical area of 178.26 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249152. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Kalyani village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kalyani village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kalyani
Population of Kalyani
According to the 2011 Census, Kalyani has a total population of about 604, with approximately 312 males and 292 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 89 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 267 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.23%, with male literacy at about 77.24% and female literacy near 54.45%. There are around 133 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalyani's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 604 | 312 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 89 | 50 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 145 | 122 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 400 | 241 | 159 |
| Illiterate Population | 204 | 71 | 133 |
Connectivity of Kalyani
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalyani. As per the 2011 stats, Kalyani had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kalyani
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalyani helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalyani.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalyani
- Where is Kalyani located?
- Kalyani village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalyani?
- Kalyani serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalyani?
- The pincode of Kalyani is 249152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalyani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalyani is 604, with 312 males and 292 females.
- How many households are there in Kalyani as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalyani village has a total of 133 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalyani as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalyani is 66.23%. The male literacy rate is 77.24%, while the female literacy rate is 54.45%.