Kunsi
Kunsi is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kunsi village is also a gram panchayat.
Kunsi has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kunsi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kunsi is 040484. The village spans a total geographical area of 44.09 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249151. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Kunsi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kunsi 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 Kunsi
Population of Kunsi
Below is a concise population overview of Kunsi as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 310 | 137 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 17 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 75 | 84 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 194 | 100 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 37 | 79 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kunsi village:
- The total population of Kunsi village is around 310, including approximately 137 males and 173 females, with a sex ratio of 1262 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 38 children aged 0–6 years in Kunsi village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kunsi village has 159 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kunsi village is about 62.58%, with male literacy at 72.99% and female literacy at 54.34%.
- There are around 75 households in Kunsi village.
Connectivity of Kunsi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kunsi. As per the 2011 stats, Kunsi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kunsi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kunsi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kunsi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kunsi
- Where is Kunsi located?
- Kunsi village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kunsi?
- Kunsi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kunsi?
- The pincode of Kunsi is 249151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kunsi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kunsi is 310, with 137 males and 173 females.
- How many households are there in Kunsi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kunsi village has a total of 75 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kunsi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kunsi is 62.58%. The male literacy rate is 72.99%, while the female literacy rate is 54.34%.