Kande - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Kande is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 1 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kande village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kande is 049214. The village covers a total geographical area of 103.19 hectares and falls under the 262551 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Kande village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Kande
According to the 2011 Census, Kande village had a total population of 346 people, including 163 males and 183 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,123 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.79%, with male literacy at 93.53% and female literacy at 71.78%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 76.
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 | 346 | 163 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 247 | 130 | 117 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 33 | 66 |
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
Public transport in the Kande is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Kande is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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) | 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 Kande
Where is Kande located?
Kande village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kande?
Kande is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kande?
The pincode of Kande is 262551.
What is the population of Kande?
Kande had a total population of 346, including 163 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Kande?
Kande had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kande was 81.79%. Male literacy was 93.53% and female literacy was 71.78%.