Kanda Malla - Dhari, Nainital
Kanda Malla is a village situated in the Dhari tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 74 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhari and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Nainital. Talla Kanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanda Malla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanda Malla is 055006. The village covers a total geographical area of 69.77 hectares and falls under the 263136 pincode. Nainital is the nearest town, located about 124 km away.
Kanda Malla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhimtal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanda Malla
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda Malla village had a total population of 192 people, including 98 males and 94 females, living in 40 households. The sex ratio was 959 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.98%, with male literacy at 91.76% and female literacy at 63.86%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 192 | 98 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 131 | 78 | 53 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 20 | 41 |
Nearby Villages of Kanda Malla
Kanda Malla 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 Malla
Kanda Malla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport 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 Nainital to Kanda Malla is about 124 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanda Malla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanda Malla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanda Malla
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 Malla 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanda Malla
Where is Kanda Malla located?
Kanda Malla village is located in Dhari Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanda Malla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanda Malla is Talla Kanda.
What is the pincode of Kanda Malla?
The pincode of Kanda Malla is 263136.
What is the population of Kanda Malla?
Kanda Malla had a total population of 192, including 98 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Kanda Malla?
Kanda Malla had 40 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda Malla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanda Malla was 77.98%. Male literacy was 91.76% and female literacy was 63.86%.