Kansi - Rajgarhi, Uttarkashi
Kansi is a village situated in the Rajgarhi tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Barkot and around 110 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Khansi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kansi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kansi is 040379. The village covers a total geographical area of 227 hectares and falls under the 249171 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Kansi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan 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 Kansi
According to the 2011 Census, Kansi village had a total population of 591 people, including 303 males and 288 females, living in 117 households. The sex ratio was 950 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.45%, with male literacy at 89.53% and female literacy at 50.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 157.
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 | 591 | 303 | 288 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 45 | 35 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 157 | 89 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 231 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 72 | 159 |
Nearby Villages of Kansi
Kansi 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 Kansi
Kansi is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Kansi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Kansi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kansi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kansi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kansi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kansi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kansi
Where is Kansi located?
Kansi village is located in Rajgarhi Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kansi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kansi is Khansi.
What is the pincode of Kansi?
The pincode of Kansi is 249171.
What is the population of Kansi?
Kansi had a total population of 591, including 303 males and 288 females.
How many households are there in Kansi?
Kansi had 117 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kansi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kansi was 70.45%. Male literacy was 89.53% and female literacy was 50.99%.