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 Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanyadka village had a total population of 318 people, including 162 males and 156 females, living in 50 households. The sex ratio was 963 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.24%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 66.42%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 117.
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 | 318 | 162 | 156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 34 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 117 | 61 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 318, including 162 males and 156 females.
How many households are there in Kanyadka?
Kanyadka had 50 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanyadka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanyadka was 78.24%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 66.42%.