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.
Here you can discover what makes Kunsi unique in its vibrant Dunda-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kunsi’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kunsi has a total population of about 310, with approximately 137 males and 173 females. The sex ratio is around 1262 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 38 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 159 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 62.58%, with male literacy at about 72.99% and female literacy near 54.34%. There are around 75 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kunsi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.