Kandai

Kandai is a village located in Tharali tehsil of Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 21km away from sub-district headquarter Tharali (tehsildar office) and 112km away from district headquarter Gopeshwar. As per 2009 stats, Kandai village is also a gram panchayat.

Kandai has its own place in the vibrant Chamoli region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kandai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandai is 041745. The village spans a total geographical area of 179.76 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246427. Karnaprayag is nearest town to Kandai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 60km away.

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Population of Kandai

Below is a concise population overview of Kandai as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 482 231 251
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 74 42 32
Scheduled Castes (SC) 214 107 107
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 331 174 157
Illiterate Population 151 57 94

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandai village:

  • The total population of Kandai village is around 482, including approximately 231 males and 251 females, with a sex ratio of 1086 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 74 children aged 0–6 years in Kandai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kandai village has 214 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kandai village is about 68.67%, with male literacy at 75.32% and female literacy at 62.55%.
  • There are around 108 households in Kandai village.

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 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 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.

Karbali Chak Beradhar Baisara Beradhar Bhaduwa Simar Laga Asangara Baman Bera Kalsiri Sawad Phaldhiya Gaon Ponthi Laga Ulangra Ulangra Losari

Frequently Asked Questions about Kandai

Where is Kandai located?
Kandai village is situated in Tharali Tehsil, within the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandai?
Kandai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kandai?
The pincode of Kandai is 246427, 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 482, with 231 males and 251 females.
How many households are there in Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandai village has a total of 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandai is 68.67%. The male literacy rate is 75.32%, while the female literacy rate is 62.55%.