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.
Here you can discover what makes Kandara unique in its vibrant Ukhimath-Rudraprayag region. You’ll see Kandara’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kandara has a total population of about 1,418, with approximately 687 males and 731 females. The sex ratio is around 1064 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 184 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 456 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 71.23%, with male literacy at about 81.37% and female literacy near 61.70%. There are around 294 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.