Kantari - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Kantari is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kantadi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kantari village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kantari is 040178. The village covers a total geographical area of 175.7 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 34 km away.
Kantari 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 Kantari
As per Census 2011, Kantari village has a total population of 777 people, consisting of 399 males and 378 females. The village has 140 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 108 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 426 literate and 351 illiterate residents. Additionally, 214 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kantari are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 777 | 399 | 378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 108 | 68 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 214 | 111 | 103 |
| Literate Population | 426 | 265 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 351 | 134 | 217 |
Nearby Villages of Kantari
Kantari 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 Kantari
Kantari 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 >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Kantari is about 34 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kantari is about 120 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kantari
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kantari village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kantari
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kantari village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kantari
Where is Kantari located?
Kantari village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kantari?
The Gram Panchayat of Kantari is Kantadi.
What is the pincode of Kantari?
The pincode of Kantari is 249185.
What is the population of Kantari?
Kantari has a total population of 777, including 399 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Kantari?
There are 140 households in Kantari.
What is the literacy rate in Kantari?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kantari is 54.83%. Male literacy is 66.42% and female literacy is 42.59%.