Kanauth - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Kanauth is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kanoth serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanauth village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanauth is 041322. The village covers a total geographical area of 182.9 hectares and falls under the 246487 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Kanauth village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanauth
As per Census 2011, Kanauth village has a total population of 365 people, consisting of 171 males and 194 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 253 literate and 112 illiterate residents. Additionally, 49 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanauth are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 365 | 171 | 194 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 22 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 253 | 138 | 115 |
| Illiterate Population | 112 | 33 | 79 |
Nearby Villages of Kanauth
Kanauth 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 Kanauth
Kanauth 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 >10 km |
| 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 Karnaprayag to Kanauth is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kanauth is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanauth
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanauth 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanauth
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanauth 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanauth
Where is Kanauth located?
Kanauth village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanauth?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanauth is Kanoth.
What is the pincode of Kanauth?
The pincode of Kanauth is 246487.
What is the population of Kanauth?
Kanauth has a total population of 365, including 171 males and 194 females.
How many households are there in Kanauth?
There are 103 households in Kanauth.
What is the literacy rate in Kanauth?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanauth is 69.32%. Male literacy is 80.70% and female literacy is 59.28%.