Kande Village - 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 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 Kande
As per Census 2011, Kande village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 163 males and 183 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,122 females per 1,000 males. There are 44 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 247 literate and 99 illiterate residents. Additionally, 76 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kande are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 163 | 183 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 24 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| 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 has a total population of 346, including 163 males and 183 females.
How many households are there in Kande?
There are 74 households in Kande.
What is the literacy rate in Kande?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kande is 71.39%. Male literacy is 79.75% and female literacy is 63.93%.