Kalich - Mori, Uttarkashi
Kalich is a village situated in the Mori tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 59 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mori and around 215 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kalich village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kalich is 040201. The village covers a total geographical area of 107.61 hectares and falls under the 249128 pincode. Rohadoo is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kalich village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kalich
As per Census 2011, Kalich village has a total population of 479 people, consisting of 249 males and 230 females. The village has 90 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 205 illiterate residents. Additionally, 209 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kalich are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 479 | 249 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 30 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 209 | 107 | 102 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 170 | 104 |
| Illiterate Population | 205 | 79 | 126 |
Nearby Villages of Kalich
Kalich is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kalich
Public transport in the Kalich is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rohadoo to Kalich is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kalich is about 215 km, with the usual travel time around ~6.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kalich
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kalich village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kalich
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kalich village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kalich
Where is Kalich located?
Kalich village is located in Mori Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kalich?
Kalich is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kalich?
The pincode of Kalich is 249128.
What is the population of Kalich?
Kalich has a total population of 479, including 249 males and 230 females.
How many households are there in Kalich?
There are 90 households in Kalich.
What is the literacy rate in Kalich?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kalich is 57.20%. Male literacy is 68.27% and female literacy is 45.22%.