Kandai - Dewal, Chamoli
Kandai is a village situated in the Dewal tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from Tharali and around 112 km from Gopeshwar. Kandai village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandai is 041745. The village covers a total geographical area of 179.76 hectares and falls under the 246427 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Kandai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandai
As per Census 2011, Kandai village has a total population of 482 people, consisting of 231 males and 251 females. The village has 108 households and a sex ratio of 1,086 females per 1,000 males. There are 74 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 331 literate and 151 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandai are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 482 | 231 | 251 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 42 | 32 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 107 | 107 |
| Literate Population | 331 | 174 | 157 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 57 | 94 |
Nearby Villages of Kandai
Kandai 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 Kandai
Kandai is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karnaprayag to Kandai is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kandai is about 112 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandai
Where is Kandai located?
Kandai village is located in Dewal Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandai?
Kandai is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandai?
The pincode of Kandai is 246427.
What is the population of Kandai?
Kandai has a total population of 482, including 231 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Kandai?
There are 108 households in Kandai.
What is the literacy rate in Kandai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandai is 68.67%. Male literacy is 75.32% and female literacy is 62.55%.