Kanthar Gaon - Tehri, Tehri Garhwal
Kanthar Gaon is a village situated in the Tehri tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tehri and around 19 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Silkoti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanthar Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanthar Gaon is 043935. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.21 hectares and falls under the 249001 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Kanthar Gaon 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 Kanthar Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kanthar Gaon village had a total population of 111 people, including 53 males and 58 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 1,094 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.91%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 8.
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 | 111 | 53 | 58 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 8 | 6 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 10 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Kanthar Gaon
Kanthar Gaon is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Manjyar Gaon | South-East | 0.84 km |
| Churer Dhar | West | 1.07 km |
| Chopariyal Gaon | West | 1.45 km |
| Tilwal Gaon | South | 1.60 km |
| Arogi | South-West | 1.64 km |
| Hadam Talla | South | 2.08 km |
| Kirgani | North-East | 2.18 km |
| Nail Talla | South-East | 2.31 km |
| Dharkot | West | 2.62 km |
| Arakot | South | 2.84 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kanthar Gaon
Kanthar Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Harrawala, while the nearest airport is Dehradun Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 25.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Tehri to Kanthar Gaon is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Kanthar Gaon is about 19 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 Kanthar Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanthar Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanthar Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanthar Gaon 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 Kanthar Gaon
Where is Kanthar Gaon located?
Kanthar Gaon village is located in Tehri Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanthar Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanthar Gaon is Silkoti.
What is the pincode of Kanthar Gaon?
The pincode of Kanthar Gaon is 249001.
What is the population of Kanthar Gaon?
Kanthar Gaon had a total population of 111, including 53 males and 58 females.
How many households are there in Kanthar Gaon?
Kanthar Gaon had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanthar Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanthar Gaon was 81.91%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 66.67%.