Kandai Khola - Pokhari, Chamoli
Kandai Khola is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 76 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kandai Khola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandai Khola is 041217. The village covers a total geographical area of 55.68 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kandai Khola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Badrinath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandai Khola
As per Census 2011, Kandai Khola village has a total population of 210 people, consisting of 108 males and 102 females. The village has 48 households and a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 153 literate and 57 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandai Khola are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 6 | - |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 153 | 92 | 61 |
| Illiterate Population | 57 | 16 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Kandai Khola
Kandai Khola 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 Khola
Kandai Khola 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 Karnaprayag to Kandai Khola is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kandai Khola is about 76 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandai Khola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandai Khola 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kandai Khola
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 Khola 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandai Khola
Where is Kandai Khola located?
Kandai Khola village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandai Khola?
Kandai Khola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandai Khola?
The pincode of Kandai Khola is 246473.
What is the population of Kandai Khola?
Kandai Khola has a total population of 210, including 108 males and 102 females.
How many households are there in Kandai Khola?
There are 48 households in Kandai Khola.
What is the literacy rate in Kandai Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandai Khola is 72.86%. Male literacy is 85.19% and female literacy is 59.80%.