Kanda - Poornagiri, Champawat
Kanda is a village situated in the Poornagiri tehsil of Champawat district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Poornagiri and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Champawat. Siyala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanda is 054422. The village covers a total geographical area of 44.57 hectares and falls under the 262523 pincode. Tanakpur is the nearest town, located about 27 km away.
Kanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda village had a total population of 163 people, including 82 males and 81 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 988 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.06%, with male literacy at 92.75% and female literacy at 75.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 118.
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 | 163 | 82 | 81 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 118 | 58 | 60 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 116 | 64 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 47 | 18 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Kanda
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 Kanda
Public transport in the Kanda 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 <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tanakpur to Kanda is about 27 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Champawat to Kanda is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanda 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 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 Kanda 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 Kanda
Where is Kanda located?
Kanda village is located in Poornagiri Tehsil, Champawat district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanda is Siyala.
What is the pincode of Kanda?
The pincode of Kanda is 262523.
What is the population of Kanda?
Kanda had a total population of 163, including 82 males and 81 females.
How many households are there in Kanda?
Kanda had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanda was 84.06%. Male literacy was 92.75% and female literacy was 75.36%.