Kanwa - Dunda, Uttarkashi
Kanwa is a village situated in the Dunda tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dunda and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kanwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanwa is 040493. The village covers a total geographical area of 104.72 hectares and falls under the 249193 pincode. Uttarkashi is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Kanwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanwa
As per Census 2011, Kanwa village has a total population of 559 people, consisting of 276 males and 283 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,025 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 358 literate and 201 illiterate residents. Additionally, 215 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kanwa
Kanwa 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 Kanwa
Kanwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Uttarkashi to Kanwa is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kanwa
Where is Kanwa located?
Kanwa village is located in Dunda Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanwa?
Kanwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanwa?
The pincode of Kanwa is 249193.
What is the population of Kanwa?
Kanwa has a total population of 559, including 276 males and 283 females.
How many households are there in Kanwa?
There are 113 households in Kanwa.
What is the literacy rate in Kanwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanwa is 64.04%. Male literacy is 76.09% and female literacy is 52.30%.