Kanseru - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Kanseru is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 91 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Kanseru village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanseru is 040375. The village covers a total geographical area of 193.96 hectares and falls under the 249141 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 5 km away.
Kanseru village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Yamunotri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanseru
As per Census 2011, Kanseru village has a total population of 580 people, consisting of 277 males and 303 females. The village has 113 households and a sex ratio of 1,093 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 388 literate and 192 illiterate residents. Additionally, 80 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanseru are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 580 | 277 | 303 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 40 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 80 | 40 | 40 |
| Literate Population | 388 | 227 | 161 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 50 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Kanseru
Kanseru 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 Kanseru
Kanseru 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 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Kanseru is about 5 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kanseru is about 91 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanseru
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanseru village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kanseru
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanseru 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanseru
Where is Kanseru located?
Kanseru village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanseru?
Kanseru is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanseru?
The pincode of Kanseru is 249141.
What is the population of Kanseru?
Kanseru has a total population of 580, including 277 males and 303 females.
How many households are there in Kanseru?
There are 113 households in Kanseru.
What is the literacy rate in Kanseru?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanseru is 66.90%. Male literacy is 81.95% and female literacy is 53.14%.