Kimi - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Kimi is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kimmi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kimi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kimi is 040398. The village covers a total geographical area of 126.68 hectares and falls under the 249171 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kimi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kimi
As per Census 2011, Kimi village has a total population of 299 people, consisting of 146 males and 153 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,047 females per 1,000 males. There are 45 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 161 literate and 138 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kimi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 299 | 146 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 21 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 52 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 161 | 93 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 53 | 85 |
Nearby Villages of Kimi
Kimi 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 Kimi
Public transport in the Kimi is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Kimi is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kimi is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kimi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kimi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kimi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kimi 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kimi
Where is Kimi located?
Kimi village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kimi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kimi is Kimmi.
What is the pincode of Kimi?
The pincode of Kimi is 249171.
What is the population of Kimi?
Kimi has a total population of 299, including 146 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Kimi?
There are 54 households in Kimi.
What is the literacy rate in Kimi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kimi is 53.85%. Male literacy is 63.70% and female literacy is 44.44%.