Kandey - Jainti, Almora
Kandey is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Kandey village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandey is 053515. The village covers a total geographical area of 218.2 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kandey village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kandey
According to the 2011 Census, Kandey village had a total population of 445 people, including 189 males and 256 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,354 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.54%, with male literacy at 98.67% and female literacy at 63.39%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 17.
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 | 445 | 189 | 256 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 148 | 142 |
| Illiterate Population | 155 | 41 | 114 |
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 <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 Kandey is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kandey
Where is Kandey located?
Kandey village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandey?
Kandey is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandey?
The pincode of Kandey is 263626.
What is the population of Kandey?
Kandey had a total population of 445, including 189 males and 256 females.
How many households are there in Kandey?
Kandey had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandey?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandey was 77.54%. Male literacy was 98.67% and female literacy was 63.39%.