Kanwa
About Kanwa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanwa village is 040493. Kanwa village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 104.72 hectares. Kanwa has a total population of 559 peoples, out of which male population is 276 while female population is 283. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1025 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanwa village is 64.04% out of which 76.09% males and 52.30% females are literate. There are about 113 houses in kanwa village. Pincode of kanwa village locality is 249193.
When it comes to administration, Kanwa village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kanwa village comes under Gangotri Vidhan Sabha constituency & Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha constituency. Uttarkashi is nearest town to kanwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
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Population of Kanwa
The population details of Kanwa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 559 | 276 | 283 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 72 | 37 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 215 | 113 | 102 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 358 | 210 | 148 |
| Illiterate Population | 201 | 66 | 135 |
Connectivity of Kanwa
| 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 |
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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%.