Kandaha
Kandaha is a village located in Mahishi subdivision of Saharsa district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mahishi (tehsildar office) and 19km away from district headquarter Saharsa. As per 2009 stats, Pastwar is the gram panchayat of Kandaha village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandaha unique in its vibrant Mahishi-Saharsa region. You’ll see Kandaha’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 Kandaha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandaha is 226376. The village spans a total geographical area of 318.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 852216. Saharsa is nearest town to Kandaha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 19km away.
Google Map of Kandaha
Population of Kandaha
According to the 2011 Census, Kandaha has a total population of about 1,633, with approximately 880 males and 753 females. The sex ratio is around 855 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 312 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 699 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.44%, with male literacy at about 59.32% and female literacy near 48.74%. There are around 275 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandaha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,633 | 880 | 753 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 312 | 180 | 132 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 699 | 384 | 315 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 889 | 522 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 358 | 386 |
Connectivity of Kandaha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandaha. As per the 2011 stats, Kandaha had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandaha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandaha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandaha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandaha
- Where is Kandaha located?
- Kandaha village is situated in Mahishi Subdivision, within the Saharsa district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandaha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandaha is Pastwar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandaha?
- The pincode of Kandaha is 852216, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandaha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandaha is 1,633, with 880 males and 753 females.
- How many households are there in Kandaha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandaha village has a total of 275 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandaha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandaha is 54.44%. The male literacy rate is 59.32%, while the female literacy rate is 48.74%.