Kanda - Kotdwara, Pauri Garhwal
Kanda is a village situated in the Kotdwara tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 34 km from Kotdwara and around 110 km from Pauri. Kanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanda is 048323. The village covers a total geographical area of 139.32 hectares and falls under the 246149 pincode. Kotdwara is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamkeshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda village had a total population of 336 people, including 193 males and 143 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 741 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.77%, with male literacy at 87.22% and female literacy at 78.91%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 92.
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 | 336 | 193 | 143 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 13 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 92 | 45 | 47 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 258 | 157 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 36 | 42 |
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 shared van 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 Kotdwara to Kanda is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kanda is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanda
Where is Kanda located?
Kanda village is located in Kotdwara Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal 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 246149.
What is the population of Kanda?
Kanda had a total population of 336, including 193 males and 143 females.
How many households are there in Kanda?
Kanda had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanda was 83.77%. Male literacy was 87.22% and female literacy was 78.91%.