Kandara - Gangolihat, Pithoragarh
Kandara is a village situated in the Gangolihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gangolihat and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Tunda Chaura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandara is 049954. The village covers a total geographical area of 8.62 hectares and falls under the 262522 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 90 km away.
Kandara 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 Kandara
According to the 2011 Census, Kandara village had a total population of 70 people, including 40 males and 30 females, living in 15 households. The sex ratio was 750 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.71%, with male literacy at 96.97% and female literacy at 79.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 3.
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 | 70 | 40 | 30 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 7 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 32 | 23 |
| Illiterate Population | 15 | 8 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Kandara
Kandara 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 Kandara
Public transport in the Kandara is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kandara.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pithoragarh to Kandara is about 90 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kandara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandara 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 Kandara
Where is Kandara located?
Kandara village is located in Gangolihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandara is Tunda Chaura.
What is the pincode of Kandara?
The pincode of Kandara is 262522.
What is the population of Kandara?
Kandara had a total population of 70, including 40 males and 30 females.
How many households are there in Kandara?
Kandara had 15 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandara was 88.71%. Male literacy was 96.97% and female literacy was 79.31%.