Kanda - Betalghat, Nainital
Kanda is a village situated in the Betalghat tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Betalghat and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Kanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanda is 054617. The village covers a total geographical area of 412.46 hectares and falls under the 263134 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 75 km away.
Kanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanda
As per Census 2011, Kanda village has a total population of 578 people, consisting of 286 males and 292 females. The village has 102 households and a sex ratio of 1,020 females per 1,000 males. There are 107 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 389 literate and 189 illiterate residents. Additionally, 254 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 578 | 286 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 107 | 56 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 124 | 130 |
| Literate Population | 389 | 218 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 189 | 68 | 121 |
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
Kanda is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ranikhet to Kanda is about 75 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.1 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Kanda is about 82 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 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 >10 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 Betalghat Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanda?
Kanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanda?
The pincode of Kanda is 263134.
What is the population of Kanda?
Kanda has a total population of 578, including 286 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Kanda?
There are 102 households in Kanda.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanda is 67.30%. Male literacy is 76.22% and female literacy is 58.56%.