Kandi
Kandi is a village located in Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Barkot (tehsildar office) and 129km away from district headquarter Uttarkashi. As per 2009 stats, Kandi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandi unique in its vibrant Rajgarhi-Uttarkashi region. You’ll see Kandi’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 Kandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandi is 040460. The village spans a total geographical area of 348.94 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 249171. Barkot is nearest town to Kandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandi 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 Yamunotri 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 Kandi
Population of Kandi
According to the 2011 Census, Kandi has a total population of about 1,380, with approximately 746 males and 634 females. The sex ratio is around 849 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 211 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 432 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 322. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.55%, with male literacy at about 76.14% and female literacy near 70.50%. There are around 270 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,380 | 746 | 634 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 211 | 122 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 432 | 238 | 194 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 322 | 175 | 147 |
| Literate Population | 1,015 | 568 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 365 | 178 | 187 |
Connectivity of Kandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandi. As per the 2011 stats, Kandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandi
- Where is Kandi located?
- Kandi village is situated in Rajgarhi Tehsil, within the Uttarkashi district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandi?
- Kandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandi?
- The pincode of Kandi is 249171, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandi is 1,380, with 746 males and 634 females.
- How many households are there in Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandi village has a total of 270 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandi is 73.55%. The male literacy rate is 76.14%, while the female literacy rate is 70.50%.