Kanthar Gaon
Kanthar Gaon is a village located in Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Tehri (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter New Tehri. As per 2009 stats, Silkoti is the gram panchayat of Kanthar Gaon village.
Here you can discover what makes Kanthar Gaon unique in its vibrant Tehri-Tehri Garhwal region. You’ll see Kanthar Gaon’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 Kanthar Gaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanthar Gaon is 043935. The village spans a total geographical area of 53.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249130. Tehri is nearest town to Kanthar Gaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanthar Gaon 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 Tehri 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 Kanthar Gaon
Population of Kanthar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kanthar Gaon has a total population of about 111, with approximately 53 males and 58 females. The sex ratio is around 1094 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 17 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 8 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 69.37%, with male literacy at about 81.13% and female literacy near 58.62%. There are around 26 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanthar Gaon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 111 | 53 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 10 | 24 |
Connectivity of Kanthar Gaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanthar Gaon. As per the 2011 stats, Kanthar Gaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanthar Gaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanthar Gaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanthar Gaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanthar Gaon
- Where is Kanthar Gaon located?
- Kanthar Gaon village is situated in Tehri Tehsil, within the Tehri Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanthar Gaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanthar Gaon is Silkoti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kanthar Gaon?
- The pincode of Kanthar Gaon is 249130, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanthar Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanthar Gaon is 111, with 53 males and 58 females.
- How many households are there in Kanthar Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanthar Gaon village has a total of 26 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanthar Gaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanthar Gaon is 69.37%. The male literacy rate is 81.13%, while the female literacy rate is 58.62%.