Kanar
About Kanar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanar village is 049127. Kanar village is located in Dharchula tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 58km away from sub-district headquarter Dharchula (tehsildar office) and 94km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Kanar village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 483.71 hectares. Kanar has a total population of 1,304 peoples, out of which male population is 645 while female population is 659. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1021 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanar village is 59.66% out of which 76.59% males and 43.10% females are literate. There are about 230 houses in kanar village. Pincode of kanar village locality is 262544.
When it comes to administration, Kanar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kanar village comes under Dharchula Vidhan Sabha constituency & Almora Lok Sabha constituency. Dharchula is nearest town to kanar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 58km away.
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Population of Kanar
The population details of Kanar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,304 | 645 | 659 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 188 | 104 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 778 | 494 | 284 |
| Illiterate Population | 526 | 151 | 375 |
Connectivity of Kanar
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kanar
Where is Kanar located?
Kanar village is situated in Dharchula Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanar?
Kanar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kanar?
The pincode of Kanar is 262544, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanar is 1,304, with 645 males and 659 females.
How many households are there in Kanar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanar village has a total of 230 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanar is 59.66%. The male literacy rate is 76.59%, while the female literacy rate is 43.10%.