Kandai
Kandai is a village located in Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Karnaprayag (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Sidoli is the gram panchayat of Kandai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandai unique in its vibrant Karnaprayag-Chamoli region. You’ll see Kandai’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kandai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandai is 041294. The village spans a total geographical area of 57.82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246429. Gochar is nearest town to Kandai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kandai
Population of Kandai
According to the 2011 Census, Kandai has a total population of about 188, with approximately 92 males and 96 females. The sex ratio is around 1043 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 29 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 129 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.81%, with male literacy at about 78.26% and female literacy near 65.63%. There are around 44 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 20 | 33 |
Connectivity of Kandai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandai. As per the 2011 stats, Kandai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandai
- Where is Kandai located?
- Kandai village is situated in Karnaprayag Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandai is Sidoli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandai?
- The pincode of Kandai is 246429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandai is 188, with 92 males and 96 females.
- How many households are there in Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandai village has a total of 44 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandai is 71.81%. The male literacy rate is 78.26%, while the female literacy rate is 65.63%.