Kanda
Kanda is a village located in Yamkeshwar tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Yamkeshwar (tehsildar office) and 145km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Kanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanda unique in its vibrant Yamkeshwar-Garhwal region. You’ll see Kanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanda is 048732. The village spans a total geographical area of 223.83 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246121. Rishikesh is nearest town to Kanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 75km away.
Google Map of Kanda
Population of Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda has a total population of about 184, with approximately 82 males and 102 females. The sex ratio is around 1243 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 23 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 57 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.57%, with male literacy at about 79.27% and female literacy near 61.76%. There are around 41 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 184 | 82 | 102 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 27 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 128 | 65 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 56 | 17 | 39 |
Connectivity of Kanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanda. As per the 2011 stats, Kanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanda
- Where is Kanda located?
- Kanda village is situated in Yamkeshwar Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanda?
- Kanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanda?
- The pincode of Kanda is 246121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanda is 184, with 82 males and 102 females.
- How many households are there in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanda village has a total of 41 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanda is 69.57%. The male literacy rate is 79.27%, while the female literacy rate is 61.76%.