Kirurgaon
Kirurgaon is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Manjkot Pipli is the gram panchayat of Kirurgaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kirurgaon unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kirurgaon’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 Kirurgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kirurgaon is 040513. The village spans a total geographical area of 49.86 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249151. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Kirurgaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kirurgaon 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 Kirurgaon
Population of Kirurgaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kirurgaon has a total population of about 243, with approximately 122 males and 121 females. The sex ratio is around 991 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 32 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 40 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 67.49%, with male literacy at about 74.59% and female literacy near 60.33%. There are around 59 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kirurgaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 243 | 122 | 121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 32 | 21 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 19 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 164 | 91 | 73 |
| Illiterate Population | 79 | 31 | 48 |
Connectivity of Kirurgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kirurgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kirurgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kirurgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kirurgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kirurgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kirurgaon
- Where is Kirurgaon located?
- Kirurgaon village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kirurgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kirurgaon is Manjkot Pipli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kirurgaon?
- The pincode of Kirurgaon is 249151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kirurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kirurgaon is 243, with 122 males and 121 females.
- How many households are there in Kirurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kirurgaon village has a total of 59 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kirurgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kirurgaon is 67.49%. The male literacy rate is 74.59%, while the female literacy rate is 60.33%.