Kaini - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Kaini is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Garali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kaini village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kaini is 049204. The village covers a total geographical area of 533.17 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Kaini village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kaini
As per Census 2011, Kaini village has a total population of 452 people, consisting of 213 males and 239 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,122 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 274 literate and 178 illiterate residents. Additionally, 187 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kaini are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 452 | 213 | 239 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 187 | 94 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 151 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 178 | 62 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Kaini
Kaini 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 Kaini
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Kaini.
| 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 Kaini is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kaini is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kaini
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kaini village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kaini
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kaini 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 Kaini
Where is Kaini located?
Kaini village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kaini?
The Gram Panchayat of Kaini is Garali.
What is the pincode of Kaini?
The pincode of Kaini is 262551.
What is the population of Kaini?
Kaini has a total population of 452, including 213 males and 239 females.
How many households are there in Kaini?
There are 107 households in Kaini.
What is the literacy rate in Kaini?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kaini is 60.62%. Male literacy is 70.89% and female literacy is 51.46%.