Kanyadka - Dalhousie, Chamba
Kanyadka is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Tapper serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanyadka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanyadka is 007431. The village covers a total geographical area of 92.81 hectares and falls under the 176304 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kanyadka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanyadka
As per Census 2011, Kanyadka village has a total population of 318 people, consisting of 162 males and 156 females. The village has 50 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 205 literate and 113 illiterate residents. Additionally, 117 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanyadka are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 318 | 162 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 205 | 116 | 89 |
| Illiterate Population | 113 | 46 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Kanyadka
Kanyadka 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 Kanyadka
Public transport in the Kanyadka is mainly available through bus 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 Dalhousie to Kanyadka is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Kanyadka is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanyadka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanyadka 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 Kanyadka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanyadka 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 Kanyadka
Where is Kanyadka located?
Kanyadka village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanyadka?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanyadka is Tapper.
What is the pincode of Kanyadka?
The pincode of Kanyadka is 176304.
What is the population of Kanyadka?
Kanyadka has a total population of 318, including 162 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Kanyadka?
There are 50 households in Kanyadka.
What is the literacy rate in Kanyadka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanyadka is 64.47%. Male literacy is 71.60% and female literacy is 57.05%.