Kandi - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Kandi is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Kandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandi is 042243. The village covers a total geographical area of 129.2 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Kandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandi
As per Census 2011, Kandi village has a total population of 734 people, consisting of 378 males and 356 females. The village has 158 households and a sex ratio of 941 females per 1,000 males. There are 83 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 610 literate and 124 illiterate residents. Additionally, 499 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 734 | 378 | 356 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 83 | 45 | 38 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 263 | 236 |
| Literate Population | 610 | 322 | 288 |
| Illiterate Population | 124 | 56 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Kandi
Kandi 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 Kandi
Public transport in the Kandi 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 Rudraprayag to Kandi is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandi 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 Kandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandi 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 Kandi
Where is Kandi located?
Kandi village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandi?
Kandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandi?
The pincode of Kandi is 246425.
What is the population of Kandi?
Kandi has a total population of 734, including 378 males and 356 females.
How many households are there in Kandi?
There are 158 households in Kandi.
What is the literacy rate in Kandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandi is 83.11%. Male literacy is 85.19% and female literacy is 80.90%.