Kenota - Kalsi, Dehradun
Kenota is a village situated in the Kalsi tehsil of Dehradun district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 45 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kalsi and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Dehradun. Lakhasyar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kenota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kenota is 044955. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.72 hectares and falls under the 248001 pincode. Vikasnagar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Kenota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kenota
As per Census 2011, Kenota village has a total population of 121 people, consisting of 67 males and 54 females. The village has 13 households and a sex ratio of 805 females per 1,000 males. There are 21 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 72 literate and 49 illiterate residents. Additionally, 121 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kenota are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 121 | 67 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 121 | 67 | 54 |
| Literate Population | 72 | 43 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 24 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kenota
Kenota 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 Kenota
Public transport in the Kenota is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Vikasnagar to Kenota is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dehradun to Kenota is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kenota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kenota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kenota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kenota village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kenota
Where is Kenota located?
Kenota village is located in Kalsi Tehsil, Dehradun district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kenota?
The Gram Panchayat of Kenota is Lakhasyar.
What is the pincode of Kenota?
The pincode of Kenota is 248001.
What is the population of Kenota?
Kenota has a total population of 121, including 67 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Kenota?
There are 13 households in Kenota.
What is the literacy rate in Kenota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kenota is 59.50%. Male literacy is 64.18% and female literacy is 53.70%.