Kanda

Kanda is a village located in Jakholi tehsil of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Jakholi (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Rudraprayag. As per 2009 stats, Kanda village is also a gram panchayat.

Kanda has its own place in the vibrant Rudraprayag region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanda is 042688. The village spans a total geographical area of 113.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246475. Rudraprayag is nearest town to Kanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 26km away.

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Population of Kanda

Below is a concise population overview of Kanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 625 270 355
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 86 51 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 177 82 95
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 408 203 205
Illiterate Population 217 67 150

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanda village:

  • The total population of Kanda village is around 625, including approximately 270 males and 355 females, with a sex ratio of 1314 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 86 children aged 0–6 years in Kanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanda village has 177 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kanda village is about 65.28%, with male literacy at 75.19% and female literacy at 57.75%.
  • There are around 132 households in Kanda village.

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 village
Private Bus Service Available within <5 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.

Dhariyana Jakholi Malli Naouli Sil Gaon Kwila Pingari Ratanpur Ghegar Medanpur Mawan Gaon Barsari

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanda

Where is Kanda located?
Kanda village is situated in Jakholi Tehsil, within the Rudraprayag 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 246475, 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 625, with 270 males and 355 females.
How many households are there in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanda village has a total of 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanda is 65.28%. The male literacy rate is 75.19%, while the female literacy rate is 57.75%.