Kandi - Jakhani Dhar, Tehri Garhwal
Kandi is a village situated in the Jakhani Dhar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 22 km from Jakhnidhar and around 65 km from New Tehri. Kandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandi is 043619. The village covers a total geographical area of 71.19 hectares and falls under the 249121 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 65 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 Deoprayag 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 145 people, consisting of 67 males and 78 females. The village has 38 households and a sex ratio of 1,164 females per 1,000 males. There are 14 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 84 literate and 61 illiterate residents. Additionally, 43 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 145 | 67 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 43 | 25 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 84 | 46 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 61 | 21 | 40 |
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
Kandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Tehri to Kandi is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kandi is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandi
Where is Kandi located?
Kandi village is located in Jakhani Dhar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal 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 249121.
What is the population of Kandi?
Kandi has a total population of 145, including 67 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Kandi?
There are 38 households in Kandi.
What is the literacy rate in Kandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandi is 57.93%. Male literacy is 68.66% and female literacy is 48.72%.