Kaindi - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Kaindi is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Hat Tharp serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaindi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaindi is 049209. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.69 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kaindi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kaindi
According to the 2011 Census, Kaindi village had a total population of 201 people, including 105 males and 96 females, living in 45 households. The sex ratio was 914 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.84%, with male literacy at 84.62% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 72.
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 | 201 | 105 | 96 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 14 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 72 | 39 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 135 | 77 | 58 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 28 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Kaindi
Kaindi 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 Kaindi
Public transport in the Kaindi 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 Didihat to Kaindi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kaindi is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaindi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaindi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kaindi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaindi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kaindi
Where is Kaindi located?
Kaindi village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kaindi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaindi is Hat Tharp.
What is the pincode of Kaindi?
The pincode of Kaindi is 262551.
What is the population of Kaindi?
Kaindi had a total population of 201, including 105 males and 96 females.
How many households are there in Kaindi?
Kaindi had 45 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kaindi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaindi was 75.84%. Male literacy was 84.62% and female literacy was 66.67%.