Sindwani Laga Kanda - Karnaprayag, Chamoli
Sindwani Laga Kanda is a village situated in the Karnaprayag tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnaprayag and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sindwani Laga Kanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sindwani Laga Kanda is 041287. The village covers a total geographical area of 22.77 hectares and falls under the 246429 pincode. Gochar is the nearest town, located about 2 km away.
Sindwani Laga Kanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Sindwani Laga Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Sindwani Laga Kanda village had a total population of 54 people, including 23 males and 31 females, living in 17 households. The sex ratio was 1,348 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.26%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 62.96%.
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 | 54 | 23 | 31 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Illiterate Population | 18 | 4 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Sindwani Laga Kanda
Sindwani Laga Kanda 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 Sindwani Laga Kanda
Sindwani Laga Kanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Sindwani Laga Kanda.
| 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 | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gochar to Sindwani Laga Kanda is about 2 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Sindwani Laga Kanda is about 65 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 Sindwani Laga Kanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sindwani Laga Kanda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Sindwani Laga Kanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sindwani Laga Kanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Sindwani Laga Kanda
Where is Sindwani Laga Kanda located?
Sindwani Laga Kanda village is located in Karnaprayag Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sindwani Laga Kanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Sindwani Laga Kanda is Kanda.
What is the pincode of Sindwani Laga Kanda?
The pincode of Sindwani Laga Kanda is 246429.
What is the population of Sindwani Laga Kanda?
Sindwani Laga Kanda had a total population of 54, including 23 males and 31 females.
How many households are there in Sindwani Laga Kanda?
Sindwani Laga Kanda had 17 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sindwani Laga Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sindwani Laga Kanda was 78.26%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 62.96%.