Kanda
Kanda is a village located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 97km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanda unique in its vibrant Rajgarhi-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kanda’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Kanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanda is 040307. The village spans a total geographical area of 106.24 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249141. Barkot is nearest town to Kanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kanda 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 Purola 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.
Google Map of Kanda
Population of Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda has a total population of about 320, with approximately 166 males and 154 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 62 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 174 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 53.13%, with male literacy at about 66.27% and female literacy near 38.96%. There are around 57 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 320 | 166 | 154 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 34 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 174 | 94 | 80 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 170 | 110 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 56 | 94 |
Connectivity of Kanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanda. As per the 2011 stats, Kanda 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 Kanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanda
- Where is Kanda located?
- Kanda village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanda?
- Kanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kanda?
- The pincode of Kanda is 249141, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanda is 320, with 166 males and 154 females.
- How many households are there in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanda village has a total of 57 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanda is 53.13%. The male literacy rate is 66.27%, while the female literacy rate is 38.96%.