Kandarka
Kandarka is a village located in Dhamdha tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 40km away from sub-district headquarter Dhamdha (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Kandarka village is also a gram panchayat.
Kandarka has its own place in the vibrant Durg 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 Kandarka
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandarka is 442545. The village spans a total geographical area of 405.97 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 490042. Dhamdha is nearest town to Kandarka village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandarka village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ahiwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Durg Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Kandarka
Below is a concise population overview of Kandarka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,995 | 974 | 1,021 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 271 | 148 | 123 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 4 | 4 | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,394 | 739 | 655 |
| Illiterate Population | 601 | 235 | 366 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandarka village:
- The total population of Kandarka village is around 1,995, including approximately 974 males and 1,021 females, with a sex ratio of 1048 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 271 children aged 0–6 years in Kandarka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kandarka village has 103 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kandarka village is about 69.87%, with male literacy at 75.87% and female literacy at 64.15%.
- There are around 467 households in Kandarka village.
Connectivity of Kandarka
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandarka. As per the 2011 stats, Kandarka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandarka
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandarka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandarka.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandarka
- Where is Kandarka located?
- Kandarka village is situated in Dhamdha Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandarka?
- Kandarka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandarka?
- The pincode of Kandarka is 490042, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandarka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandarka is 1,995, with 974 males and 1,021 females.
- How many households are there in Kandarka as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandarka village has a total of 467 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandarka as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandarka is 69.87%. The male literacy rate is 75.87%, while the female literacy rate is 64.15%.