Alkanya - Kanda, Bageshwar
Alkanya is a village situated in the Kanda tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kanda and around 29 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Narayangunph serves as the Gram Panchayat for Alkanya village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Alkanya is 050740. The village covers a total geographical area of 7.5 hectares and falls under the 263631 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 29 km away.
Alkanya 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 Kapkote Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Alkanya
According to the 2011 Census, Alkanya village had a total population of 256 people, including 110 males and 146 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 1,327 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.78%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 75.94%.
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 | 256 | 110 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 31 | 18 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 193 | 92 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 18 | 45 |
Nearby Villages of Alkanya
Alkanya 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 Alkanya
Alkanya is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Alkanya is about 29 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 Alkanya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Alkanya village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Alkanya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Alkanya 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 Alkanya
Where is Alkanya located?
Alkanya village is located in Kanda Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Alkanya?
The Gram Panchayat of Alkanya is Narayangunph.
What is the pincode of Alkanya?
The pincode of Alkanya is 263631.
What is the population of Alkanya?
Alkanya had a total population of 256, including 110 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Alkanya?
Alkanya had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Alkanya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Alkanya was 85.78%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 75.94%.