Kandey - Bhanoli, Almora
Kandey is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Gairar Malla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandey village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandey is 053585. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.23 hectares and falls under the 263622 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kandey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandey
According to the 2011 Census, Kandey village had a total population of 215 people, including 100 males and 115 females, living in 49 households. The sex ratio was 1,150 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.12%, with male literacy at 93.90% and female literacy at 67.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 45.
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 | 215 | 100 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 45 | 22 | 23 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 144 | 77 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 71 | 23 | 48 |
Nearby Villages of Kandey
Kandey 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 Kandey
Public transport in the Kandey is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Almora to Kandey is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandey
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandey 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 Kandey
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandey 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 Kandey
Where is Kandey located?
Kandey village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandey?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandey is Gairar Malla.
What is the pincode of Kandey?
The pincode of Kandey is 263622.
What is the population of Kandey?
Kandey had a total population of 215, including 100 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Kandey?
Kandey had 49 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandey was 79.12%. Male literacy was 93.90% and female literacy was 67.00%.