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.
Here you can discover what makes Kansen unique in its vibrant Bhatwari-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kansen’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kansen has a total population of about 2,307, with approximately 1,251 males and 1,056 females. The sex ratio is around 844 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 248 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 233 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 5. The overall literacy rate is approximately 79.97%, with male literacy at about 85.29% and female literacy near 73.67%. There are around 534 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kansen's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.