Kandai - Pauri, Pauri Garhwal
Kandai is a village situated in the Pauri tehsil of Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from Pauri and around 12 km from Pauri. Buransi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandai is 045641. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.8 hectares and falls under the 246166 pincode. Pauri is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kandai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pauri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandai
According to the 2011 Census, Kandai village had a total population of 86 people, including 38 males and 48 females, living in 22 households. The sex ratio was 1,263 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.78%, with male literacy at 96.67% and female literacy at 64.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 35.
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 | 86 | 38 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 9 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Kandai
Kandai 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 Kandai
Kandai 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 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pauri to Kandai is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandai village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kandai
Where is Kandai located?
Kandai village is located in Pauri Tehsil, Pauri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandai?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandai is Buransi.
What is the pincode of Kandai?
The pincode of Kandai is 246166.
What is the population of Kandai?
Kandai had a total population of 86, including 38 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Kandai?
Kandai had 22 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandai was 77.78%. Male literacy was 96.67% and female literacy was 64.29%.