Kanyas - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Kanyas is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 37 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Daula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanyas village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanyas is 042225. The village covers a total geographical area of 72.05 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 37 km away.
Kanyas 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 Kanyas
According to the 2011 Census, Kanyas village had a total population of 90 people, including 32 males and 58 females, living in 28 households. The sex ratio was 1,813 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.62%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 59.62%.
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 | 90 | 32 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 11 | 5 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 55 | 24 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 8 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Kanyas
Kanyas 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 Kanyas
Public transport in the Kanyas is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Kanyas is about 37 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanyas
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanyas village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanyas
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanyas village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanyas
Where is Kanyas located?
Kanyas village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanyas?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanyas is Daula.
What is the pincode of Kanyas?
The pincode of Kanyas is 246425.
What is the population of Kanyas?
Kanyas had a total population of 90, including 32 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Kanyas?
Kanyas had 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanyas?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanyas was 69.62%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 59.62%.