Kanda Lostu - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Kanda Lostu is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Devprayag and around 135 km from New Tehri. Devgarhi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanda Lostu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanda Lostu is 043407. The village covers a total geographical area of 17.09 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Kirtinagar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Kanda Lostu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Kanda Lostu
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda Lostu village had a total population of 71 people, including 31 males and 40 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,290 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.97%, with male literacy at 96.00% and female literacy at 72.22%.
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 | 71 | 31 | 40 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 6 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 50 | 24 | 26 |
| Illiterate Population | 21 | 7 | 14 |
Nearby Villages of Kanda Lostu
Kanda Lostu 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 Kanda Lostu
Kanda Lostu 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 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 Kirtinagar to Kanda Lostu is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kanda Lostu is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanda Lostu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanda Lostu 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 Kanda Lostu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanda Lostu 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 Kanda Lostu
Where is Kanda Lostu located?
Kanda Lostu village is located in Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanda Lostu?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanda Lostu is Devgarhi.
What is the pincode of Kanda Lostu?
The pincode of Kanda Lostu is 249161.
What is the population of Kanda Lostu?
Kanda Lostu had a total population of 71, including 31 males and 40 females.
How many households are there in Kanda Lostu?
Kanda Lostu had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda Lostu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanda Lostu was 81.97%. Male literacy was 96.00% and female literacy was 72.22%.