Kalap
Kalap is a village located in Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Mori (tehsildar office) and 178km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kalap village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kalap unique in its vibrant Mori-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kalap’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 Kalap
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kalap is 040253. The village spans a total geographical area of 507.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249128. Barkot is nearest town to Kalap village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 87km away.
Google Map of Kalap
Population of Kalap
According to the 2011 Census, Kalap has a total population of about 469, with approximately 238 males and 231 females. The sex ratio is around 970 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 80 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 94 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 33.90%, with male literacy at about 41.18% and female literacy near 26.41%. There are around 96 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kalap's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 469 | 238 | 231 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 94 | 48 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 159 | 98 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 310 | 140 | 170 |
Connectivity of Kalap
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kalap. As per the 2011 stats, Kalap 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 Kalap
Knowing the nearby villages of Kalap helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kalap.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kalap
- Where is Kalap located?
- Kalap village is situated in Mori Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kalap?
- Kalap serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kalap?
- The pincode of Kalap is 249128, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kalap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kalap is 469, with 238 males and 231 females.
- How many households are there in Kalap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kalap village has a total of 96 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kalap as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kalap is 33.90%. The male literacy rate is 41.18%, while the female literacy rate is 26.41%.