Kandha

Kandha is a village located in Wazirganj subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Wazirganj (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Bichchha is the gram panchayat of Kandha village.

Kandha has its own place in the vibrant Gaya region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Kandha

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandha is 256791. The village spans a total geographical area of 104 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Kandha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

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Population of Kandha

Below is a concise population overview of Kandha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,446 1,203 1,243
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 492 240 252
Scheduled Castes (SC) 474 240 234
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 41 21 20
Literate Population 1,100 626 474
Illiterate Population 1,346 577 769

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandha village:

  • The total population of Kandha village is around 2,446, including approximately 1,203 males and 1,243 females, with a sex ratio of 1033 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 492 children aged 0–6 years in Kandha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kandha village has 474 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 41 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Kandha village is about 44.97%, with male literacy at 52.04% and female literacy at 38.13%.
  • There are around 422 households in Kandha village.

Connectivity of Kandha

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandha. As per the 2011 stats, Kandha 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 Kandha

Knowing the nearby villages of Kandha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandha.

Bahhni Budhaul Madardih Pathraura Bichha Dhandhar Khanpur Sikandarpur Rengana Malikpur Kurkihar

Frequently Asked Questions about Kandha

Where is Kandha located?
Kandha village is situated in Wazirganj Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandha is Bichchha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kandha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandha is 2,446, with 1,203 males and 1,243 females.
How many households are there in Kandha as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandha village has a total of 422 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandha as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandha is 44.97%. The male literacy rate is 52.04%, while the female literacy rate is 38.13%.