Kanthari - Devprayag, Tehri Garhwal
Kanthari is a village situated in the Devprayag tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Devprayag and around 73 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kaniyari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanthari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanthari is 043205. The village covers a total geographical area of 82.29 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Devprayag is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kanthari village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Deoprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanthari
As per Census 2011, Kanthari village has a total population of 323 people, consisting of 150 males and 173 females. The village has 83 households and a sex ratio of 1,153 females per 1,000 males. There are 48 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 192 literate and 131 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanthari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 323 | 150 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 48 | 29 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 18 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 109 | 83 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 41 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Kanthari
Kanthari 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 Kanthari
Kanthari is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Devprayag to Kanthari is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kanthari is about 73 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanthari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanthari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kanthari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanthari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanthari
Where is Kanthari located?
Kanthari village is located in Devprayag Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanthari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanthari is Kaniyari.
What is the pincode of Kanthari?
The pincode of Kanthari is 249161.
What is the population of Kanthari?
Kanthari has a total population of 323, including 150 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Kanthari?
There are 83 households in Kanthari.
What is the literacy rate in Kanthari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanthari is 59.44%. Male literacy is 72.67% and female literacy is 47.98%.