Kanwa

Kanwa is a village located in Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Dunda (tehsildar office) and 12km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kanwa village is also a gram panchayat.

Kanwa 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 Kanwa

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanwa is 040493. The village spans a total geographical area of 104.72 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249193. Uttarkashi is nearest town to Kanwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.

When it comes to local governance, Kanwa 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 Gangotri 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.

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Population of Kanwa

Below is a concise population overview of Kanwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 559 276 283
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 72 37 35
Scheduled Castes (SC) 215 113 102
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 3 2 1
Literate Population 358 210 148
Illiterate Population 201 66 135

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanwa village:

  • The total population of Kanwa village is around 559, including approximately 276 males and 283 females, with a sex ratio of 1025 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 72 children aged 0–6 years in Kanwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanwa village has 215 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 3 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kanwa village is about 64.04%, with male literacy at 76.09% and female literacy at 52.30%.
  • There are around 113 households in Kanwa village.

Connectivity of Kanwa

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanwa. As per the 2011 stats, Kanwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanwa

Knowing the nearby villages of Kanwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanwa.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanwa

Where is Kanwa located?
Kanwa village is situated in Dunda Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanwa?
Kanwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Kanwa?
The pincode of Kanwa is 249193, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanwa is 559, with 276 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Kanwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanwa village has a total of 113 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanwa is 64.04%. The male literacy rate is 76.09%, while the female literacy rate is 52.30%.