Kandakhari - Lansdowne, Pauri Garhwal
Kandakhari is a village situated in the Lansdowne tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 42 km from Lansdowne and around 88 km from Pauri. Juyal Gaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandakhari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandakhari is 047275. The village covers a total geographical area of 167.98 hectares and falls under the 246172 pincode. Lansdowne is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kandakhari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kandakhari
According to the 2011 Census, Kandakhari village had a total population of 295 people, including 124 males and 171 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 1,379 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.49%, with male literacy at 87.04% and female literacy at 72.03%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 295 | 124 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 16 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 57 | 70 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 197 | 94 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 30 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Kandakhari
Kandakhari 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 Kandakhari
Public transport in the Kandakhari is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 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 Lansdowne to Kandakhari is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pauri to Kandakhari is about 88 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandakhari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandakhari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandakhari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandakhari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandakhari
Where is Kandakhari located?
Kandakhari village is located in Lansdowne Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandakhari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandakhari is Juyal Gaon.
What is the pincode of Kandakhari?
The pincode of Kandakhari is 246172.
What is the population of Kandakhari?
Kandakhari had a total population of 295, including 124 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Kandakhari?
Kandakhari had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandakhari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandakhari was 78.49%. Male literacy was 87.04% and female literacy was 72.03%.