Kanda - Kafligair, Bageshwar
Kanda is a village situated in the Kafligair tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from Bageshwar and around 20 km from Bageshwar. Rikhayaal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanda is 051181. The village covers a total geographical area of 19.19 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Kanda 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 Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda village had a total population of 61 people, including 30 males and 31 females, living in 13 households. The sex ratio was 1,033 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.45%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 85.71%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 61 | 30 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 7 | 13 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 5 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Kanda
Kanda 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 Kanda
Kanda 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 Bageshwar to Kanda is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanda
Where is Kanda located?
Kanda village is located in Kafligair Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanda is Rikhayaal.
What is the pincode of Kanda?
The pincode of Kanda is 263631.
What is the population of Kanda?
Kanda had a total population of 61, including 30 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Kanda?
Kanda had 13 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanda was 92.45%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 85.71%.