Kandai - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Kandai is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 85 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Sidoli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandai is 041294. The village covers a total geographical area of 57.82 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kandai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kandai
According to the 2011 Census, Kandai village had a total population of 188 people, including 92 males and 96 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,043 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.91%, with male literacy at 90.00% and female literacy at 79.75%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 129.
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 | 188 | 92 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 12 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 63 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 72 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 20 | 33 |
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 shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gochar to Kandai is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kandai is about 85 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 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 >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandai
Where is Kandai located?
Kandai village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandai is Sidoli.
What is the pincode of Kandai?
The pincode of Kandai is 246429.
What is the population of Kandai?
Kandai had a total population of 188, including 92 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Kandai?
Kandai had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandai was 84.91%. Male literacy was 90.00% and female literacy was 79.75%.