Kanthgri - Sitarganj, Udham Singh Nagar
Kanthgri is a village situated in the Sitarganj tehsil of Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sitarganj and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Rudrapur. Kanthgri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanthgri is 056148. The village covers a total geographical area of 284.55 hectares and falls under the 263148 pincode. Sitarganj is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Kanthgri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sitarganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nainital-Udhamsingh Nagar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanthgri
According to the 2011 Census, Kanthgri village had a total population of 896 people, including 470 males and 426 females, living in 162 households. The sex ratio was 906 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.56%, with male literacy at 82.78% and female literacy at 69.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 37, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 4.
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 | 896 | 470 | 426 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 37 | 17 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 614 | 351 | 263 |
| Illiterate Population | 282 | 119 | 163 |
Nearby Villages of Kanthgri
Kanthgri 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 Kanthgri
Kanthgri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sitarganj to Kanthgri is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rudrapur to Kanthgri is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanthgri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanthgri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kanthgri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanthgri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanthgri
Where is Kanthgri located?
Kanthgri village is located in Sitarganj Tehsil, Udham Singh Nagar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanthgri?
Kanthgri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanthgri?
The pincode of Kanthgri is 263148.
What is the population of Kanthgri?
Kanthgri had a total population of 896, including 470 males and 426 females.
How many households are there in Kanthgri?
Kanthgri had 162 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanthgri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanthgri was 76.56%. Male literacy was 82.78% and female literacy was 69.58%.