Kandi - Kirtinagar, Tehri Garhwal
Kandi is a village situated in the Kirtinagar tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 57 km from Devprayag and around 113 km from New Tehri. Airari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandi is 043357. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.61 hectares and falls under the 249161 pincode. Srinagar is the nearest town, located about 33 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 441 people, consisting of 219 males and 222 females. The village has 84 households and a sex ratio of 1,013 females per 1,000 males. There are 56 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 147 illiterate residents. Additionally, 262 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 441 | 219 | 222 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 56 | 31 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 262 | 124 | 138 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 171 | 123 |
| Illiterate Population | 147 | 48 | 99 |
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 Srinagar to Kandi is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kandi is about 113 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.2 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 Kirtinagar Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandi is Airari.
What is the pincode of Kandi?
The pincode of Kandi is 249161.
What is the population of Kandi?
Kandi has a total population of 441, including 219 males and 222 females.
How many households are there in Kandi?
There are 84 households in Kandi.
What is the literacy rate in Kandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandi is 66.67%. Male literacy is 78.08% and female literacy is 55.41%.