Kandara
Kandara is a village located in Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Ukhimath (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Rudraprayag. As per 2009 stats, Kandara village is also a gram panchayat.
Kandara 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 Kandara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandara is 042223. The village spans a total geographical area of 236.7 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246425. Rudraprayag is nearest town to Kandara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandara 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 Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandara
Population of Kandara
Below is a concise population overview of Kandara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,418 | 687 | 731 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 184 | 101 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 456 | 227 | 229 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 2 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 1,010 | 559 | 451 |
| Illiterate Population | 408 | 128 | 280 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandara village:
- The total population of Kandara village is around 1,418, including approximately 687 males and 731 females, with a sex ratio of 1064 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 184 children aged 0–6 years in Kandara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kandara village has 456 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 7 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kandara village is about 71.23%, with male literacy at 81.37% and female literacy at 61.70%.
- There are around 294 households in Kandara village.
Connectivity of Kandara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandara. As per the 2011 stats, Kandara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandara
- Where is Kandara located?
- Kandara village is situated in Ukhimath Tehsil, within the Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandara?
- Kandara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandara?
- The pincode of Kandara is 246425, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandara is 1,418, with 687 males and 731 females.
- How many households are there in Kandara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandara village has a total of 294 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandara is 71.23%. The male literacy rate is 81.37%, while the female literacy rate is 61.70%.