Kande - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Kande is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kandey serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kande village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kande is 049621. The village covers a total geographical area of 187.96 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kande
As per Census 2011, Kande village has a total population of 510 people, consisting of 236 males and 274 females. The village has 103 households and a sex ratio of 1,161 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 335 literate and 175 illiterate residents. Additionally, 312 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kande are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 510 | 236 | 274 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 33 | 43 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 138 | 174 |
| Literate Population | 335 | 175 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 175 | 61 | 114 |
Nearby Villages of Kande
Kande 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 Kande
Kande 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 Didihat to Kande is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kande is about 80 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 Kande
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kande 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 Kande
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kande village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kande
Where is Kande located?
Kande village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kande?
The Gram Panchayat of Kande is Kandey.
What is the pincode of Kande?
The pincode of Kande is 262531.
What is the population of Kande?
Kande has a total population of 510, including 236 males and 274 females.
How many households are there in Kande?
There are 103 households in Kande.
What is the literacy rate in Kande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kande is 65.69%. Male literacy is 74.15% and female literacy is 58.39%.