Kandiyal Gaon - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Kandiyal Gaon is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 130 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kandiyalgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandiyal Gaon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandiyal Gaon is 040150. The village covers a total geographical area of 277.05 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 36 km away.
Kandiyal Gaon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandiyal Gaon
According to the 2011 Census, Kandiyal Gaon village had a total population of 1,818 people, including 933 males and 885 females, living in 258 households. The sex ratio was 949 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.95%, with male literacy at 94.74% and female literacy at 80.63%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 395, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 34.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,818 | 933 | 885 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 167 | 77 | 90 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 395 | 190 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 22 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 1,452 | 811 | 641 |
| Illiterate Population | 366 | 122 | 244 |
Nearby Villages of Kandiyal Gaon
Kandiyal Gaon 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 Kandiyal Gaon
Kandiyal Gaon is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Kandiyal Gaon is about 36 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kandiyal Gaon is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandiyal Gaon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandiyal Gaon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandiyal Gaon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandiyal Gaon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Kandiyal Gaon
Where is Kandiyal Gaon located?
Kandiyal Gaon village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandiyal Gaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandiyal Gaon is Kandiyalgaon.
What is the pincode of Kandiyal Gaon?
The pincode of Kandiyal Gaon is 249185.
What is the population of Kandiyal Gaon?
Kandiyal Gaon had a total population of 1,818, including 933 males and 885 females.
How many households are there in Kandiyal Gaon?
Kandiyal Gaon had 258 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandiyal Gaon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandiyal Gaon was 87.95%. Male literacy was 94.74% and female literacy was 80.63%.