Kimdar - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Kimdar is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 152 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kimdar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kimdar is 040117. The village covers a total geographical area of 144.45 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Kimdar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kimdar
As per Census 2011, Kimdar village has a total population of 124 people, consisting of 67 males and 57 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 850 females per 1,000 males. There are 25 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 54 literate and 70 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kimdar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 54 | 35 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 70 | 32 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Kimdar
Kimdar 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 Kimdar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kimdar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Kimdar is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kimdar is about 152 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kimdar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kimdar 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kimdar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kimdar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kimdar
Where is Kimdar located?
Kimdar village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kimdar?
Kimdar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kimdar?
The pincode of Kimdar is 249185.
What is the population of Kimdar?
Kimdar has a total population of 124, including 67 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Kimdar?
There are 31 households in Kimdar.
What is the literacy rate in Kimdar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kimdar is 43.55%. Male literacy is 52.24% and female literacy is 33.33%.