Kamad
Kamad is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 60km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kamad village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kamad unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kamad’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 Kamad
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kamad is 040576. The village spans a total geographical area of 72.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249165. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Kamad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 48km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kamad 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 Gangotri 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 Kamad
Population of Kamad
According to the 2011 Census, Kamad has a total population of about 1,162, with approximately 592 males and 570 females. The sex ratio is around 962 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 222 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 377 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 55.16%, with male literacy at about 71.96% and female literacy near 37.72%. There are around 214 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kamad's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,162 | 592 | 570 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 222 | 125 | 97 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 377 | 185 | 192 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 641 | 426 | 215 |
| Illiterate Population | 521 | 166 | 355 |
Connectivity of Kamad
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kamad. As per the 2011 stats, Kamad had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kamad
Knowing the nearby villages of Kamad helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kamad.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kamad
- Where is Kamad located?
- Kamad village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kamad?
- Kamad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kamad?
- The pincode of Kamad is 249165, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kamad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kamad is 1,162, with 592 males and 570 females.
- How many households are there in Kamad as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kamad village has a total of 214 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kamad as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kamad is 55.16%. The male literacy rate is 71.96%, while the female literacy rate is 37.72%.