Kainchhu
Kainchhu is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 56km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Kainchhu village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kainchhu unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Kainchhu’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kainchhu
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kainchhu is 043811. The village spans a total geographical area of 198.67 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249131. Chamba is nearest town to Kainchhu village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 46km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kainchhu village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kainchhu
Population of Kainchhu
According to the 2011 Census, Kainchhu has a total population of about 569, with approximately 279 males and 290 females. The sex ratio is around 1039 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 78 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.99%, with male literacy at about 77.42% and female literacy near 70.69%. There are around 123 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kainchhu's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 569 | 279 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 48 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 421 | 216 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 63 | 85 |
Connectivity of Kainchhu
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kainchhu. As per the 2011 stats, Kainchhu had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kainchhu
Knowing the nearby villages of Kainchhu helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kainchhu.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kainchhu
- Where is Kainchhu located?
- Kainchhu village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kainchhu?
- Kainchhu serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kainchhu?
- The pincode of Kainchhu is 249131, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kainchhu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kainchhu is 569, with 279 males and 290 females.
- How many households are there in Kainchhu as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kainchhu village has a total of 123 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kainchhu as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kainchhu is 73.99%. The male literacy rate is 77.42%, while the female literacy rate is 70.69%.