Kanda - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Kanda is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanda is 050110. The village covers a total geographical area of 110.8 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Kanda 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 Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda village had a total population of 264 people, including 135 males and 129 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.65%, with male literacy at 91.59% and female literacy at 55.17%.
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 | 264 | 135 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 41 | 28 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 162 | 98 | 64 |
| Illiterate Population | 102 | 37 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Kanda
Kanda 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 Kanda
Public transport in the Kanda is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Kanda is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanda
Where is Kanda located?
Kanda village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanda?
Kanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanda?
The pincode of Kanda is 262522.
What is the population of Kanda?
Kanda had a total population of 264, including 135 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Kanda?
Kanda had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanda was 72.65%. Male literacy was 91.59% and female literacy was 55.17%.