Kandai - Pokhari, Chamoli
Kandai is a village situated in the Pokhari tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pokhari and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Kandai Chadrashila serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandai is 041148. The village covers a total geographical area of 42.66 hectares and falls under the 246473 pincode. Karnaprayag is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Kandai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kandai village had a total population of 272 people, including 143 males and 129 females, living in 66 households. The sex ratio was 902 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.08%, with male literacy at 96.83% and female literacy at 70.59%.
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 | 272 | 143 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 27 | 17 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 206 | 122 | 84 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 21 | 45 |
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
Public transport facilities are available within <1 km of the Kandai.
| 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 is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Kandai is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 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 >10 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 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 Kandai
Where is Kandai located?
Kandai village is located in Pokhari Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandai is Kandai Chadrashila.
What is the pincode of Kandai?
The pincode of Kandai is 246473.
What is the population of Kandai?
Kandai had a total population of 272, including 143 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Kandai?
Kandai had 66 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandai was 84.08%. Male literacy was 96.83% and female literacy was 70.59%.