Kansen
Kansen is a village located in Bhatwari tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Bhatwari (tehsildar office) and 2km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kansain is the gram panchayat of Kansen village.
Kansen has its own place in the vibrant Uttarkashi region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kansen
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kansen is 040781. The village spans a total geographical area of 41.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249193. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Kansen village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Kansen
Population of Kansen
Below is a concise population overview of Kansen as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,307 | 1,251 | 1,056 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 248 | 155 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 233 | 127 | 106 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 1,845 | 1,067 | 778 |
| Illiterate Population | 462 | 184 | 278 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kansen village:
- The total population of Kansen village is around 2,307, including approximately 1,251 males and 1,056 females, with a sex ratio of 844 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 248 children aged 0–6 years in Kansen village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kansen village has 233 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 5 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kansen village is about 79.97%, with male literacy at 85.29% and female literacy at 73.67%.
- There are around 534 households in Kansen village.
Connectivity of Kansen
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kansen. As per the 2011 stats, Kansen had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kansen
Knowing the nearby villages of Kansen helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kansen.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kansen
- Where is Kansen located?
- Kansen village is situated in Bhatwari Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kansen?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kansen is Kansain (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kansen?
- The pincode of Kansen is 249193, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kansen as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kansen is 2,307, with 1,251 males and 1,056 females.
- How many households are there in Kansen as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kansen village has a total of 534 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kansen as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kansen is 79.97%. The male literacy rate is 85.29%, while the female literacy rate is 73.67%.