Kanda - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Kanda is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 16 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Kanda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanda is 043978. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.79 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tehri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda village had a total population of 393 people, including 182 males and 211 females, living in 99 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.51%, with male literacy at 92.72% and female literacy at 65.24%.
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 | 393 | 182 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 262 | 140 | 122 |
| Illiterate Population | 131 | 42 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Kanda
Kanda 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
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Kanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Chamba to Kanda is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kanda is about 16 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanda 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanda
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 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
Where is Kanda located?
Kanda village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanda?
Kanda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanda?
The pincode of Kanda is 249001.
What is the population of Kanda?
Kanda had a total population of 393, including 182 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Kanda?
Kanda had 99 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanda was 77.51%. Male literacy was 92.72% and female literacy was 65.24%.