Kanya - Bhanoli, Almora
Kanya is a village situated in the Bhanoli tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhanoli and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Chausala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanya is 053669. The village covers a total geographical area of 48.71 hectares and falls under the 263623 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 47 km away.
Kanya 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 Kanya
According to the 2011 Census, Kanya village had a total population of 66 people, including 27 males and 39 females, living in 16 households. The sex ratio was 1,444 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.86%, with male literacy at 78.95% and female literacy at 62.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 66 | 27 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 8 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 3 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 38 | 15 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 12 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Kanya
Kanya 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 Kanya
Kanya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Almora to Kanya is about 47 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kanya
Where is Kanya located?
Kanya village is located in Bhanoli Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanya?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanya is Chausala.
What is the pincode of Kanya?
The pincode of Kanya is 263623.
What is the population of Kanya?
Kanya had a total population of 66, including 27 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Kanya?
Kanya had 16 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanya was 67.86%. Male literacy was 78.95% and female literacy was 62.16%.