Kanda
Kanda is a village located in Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Gangolihat (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Kanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanda unique in its vibrant Gangolihat-Pithoragarh region. You’ll see Kanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanda is 050110. The village spans a total geographical area of 110.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262522. Pithoragarh is nearest town to Kanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 56km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanda village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Almora Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kanda
Population of Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda has a total population of about 264, with approximately 135 males and 129 females. The sex ratio is around 955 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 41 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.36%, with male literacy at about 72.59% and female literacy near 49.61%. There are around 54 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 264 | 135 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 28 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 162 | 98 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 37 | 65 |
Connectivity of Kanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanda. As per the 2011 stats, Kanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanda
- Where is Kanda located?
- Kanda village is situated in Gangolihat Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanda?
- Kanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanda?
- The pincode of Kanda is 262522, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanda is 264, with 135 males and 129 females.
- How many households are there in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanda village has a total of 54 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanda is 61.36%. The male literacy rate is 72.59%, while the female literacy rate is 49.61%.