Kandhal
Kandhal is a village located in Barsoi subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Barsoi (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Kandhela Patol is the gram panchayat of Kandhal village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandhal unique in its vibrant Barsoi-Katihar region. You’ll see Kandhal’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 Kandhal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandhal is 225087. The village spans a total geographical area of 301 hectares. Raiganj (wb) is nearest town to Kandhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.
Google Map of Kandhal
Population of Kandhal
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhal has a total population of about 1,205, with approximately 642 males and 563 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 207 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 120 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 55. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.26%, with male literacy at about 44.08% and female literacy near 31.62%. There are around 224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandhal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,205 | 642 | 563 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 113 | 94 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 55 | 31 | 24 |
Literate Population | 461 | 283 | 178 |
Illiterate Population | 744 | 359 | 385 |
Connectivity of Kandhal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandhal. As per the 2011 stats, Kandhal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandhal
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandhal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandhal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhal
- Where is Kandhal located?
- Kandhal village is situated in Barsoi Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandhal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandhal is Kandhela Patol (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kandhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhal is 1,205, with 642 males and 563 females.
- How many households are there in Kandhal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandhal village has a total of 224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandhal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhal is 38.26%. The male literacy rate is 44.08%, while the female literacy rate is 31.62%.