Kandai
Kandai is a village located in Saja tehsil of Durg district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Saja (tehsildar office) and 68km away from district headquarter Durg. As per 2009 stats, Kandai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandai unique in its vibrant Saja-Durg region. You’ll see Kandai’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 Kandai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandai is 442068. The village spans a total geographical area of 503.14 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 491332. Saja is nearest town to Kandai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Kandai
Population of Kandai
According to the 2011 Census, Kandai has a total population of about 1,353, with approximately 684 males and 669 females. The sex ratio is around 978 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 180 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 12 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 111. The overall literacy rate is approximately 65.48%, with male literacy at about 70.61% and female literacy near 60.24%. There are around 262 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,353 | 684 | 669 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 101 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 4 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 111 | 59 | 52 |
| Literate Population | 886 | 483 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 201 | 266 |
Connectivity of Kandai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandai. As per the 2011 stats, Kandai 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandai
- Where is Kandai located?
- Kandai village is situated in Saja Tehsil, within the Durg district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandai?
- Kandai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandai?
- The pincode of Kandai is 491332, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandai is 1,353, with 684 males and 669 females.
- How many households are there in Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandai village has a total of 262 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandai is 65.48%. The male literacy rate is 70.61%, while the female literacy rate is 60.24%.