Kainchhu - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Kainchhu is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 56 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 56 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kainchhu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kainchhu is 043811. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.67 hectares and falls under the 249199 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Kainchhu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanolti Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kainchhu
According to the 2011 Census, Kainchhu village had a total population of 569 people, including 279 males and 290 females, living in 123 households. The sex ratio was 1,039 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.40%, with male literacy at 93.51% and female literacy at 78.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 78.
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 | 569 | 279 | 290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 48 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 78 | 42 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 421 | 216 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 148 | 63 | 85 |
Transport and Connectivity of Kainchhu
Public transport in the Kainchhu 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 Chamba to Kainchhu is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kainchhu is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kainchhu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kainchhu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kainchhu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kainchhu 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 1-2 km |
FAQs about Kainchhu
Where is Kainchhu located?
Kainchhu village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kainchhu?
Kainchhu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kainchhu?
The pincode of Kainchhu is 249199.
What is the population of Kainchhu?
Kainchhu had a total population of 569, including 279 males and 290 females.
How many households are there in Kainchhu?
Kainchhu had 123 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kainchhu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kainchhu was 85.40%. Male literacy was 93.51% and female literacy was 78.24%.