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
According to the 2011 Census, Kimdar village had a total population of 124 people, including 67 males and 57 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 851 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.55%, with male literacy at 64.81% and female literacy at 42.22%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 124 | 67 | 57 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 124, including 67 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Kimdar?
Kimdar had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kimdar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kimdar was 54.55%. Male literacy was 64.81% and female literacy was 42.22%.