Kandanara
Kandanara is a village located in Sakti tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Sakti (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Markamgodi is the gram panchayat of Kandanara village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandanara unique in its vibrant Sakti-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Kandanara’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 Kandanara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandanara is 436965. The village spans a total geographical area of 235.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495689. Sakti is nearest town to Kandanara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandanara 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 Sakri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandanara
Population of Kandanara
According to the 2011 Census, Kandanara has a total population of about 938, with approximately 466 males and 472 females. The sex ratio is around 1012 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 24 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 452. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.82%, with male literacy at about 75.11% and female literacy near 54.66%. There are around 218 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandanara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 466 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 75 | 73 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 24 | 13 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 452 | 241 | 211 |
| Literate Population | 608 | 350 | 258 |
| Illiterate Population | 330 | 116 | 214 |
Connectivity of Kandanara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandanara. As per the 2011 stats, Kandanara 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandanara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandanara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandanara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandanara
- Where is Kandanara located?
- Kandanara village is situated in Sakti Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandanara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandanara is Markamgodi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandanara?
- The pincode of Kandanara is 495689, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandanara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandanara is 938, with 466 males and 472 females.
- How many households are there in Kandanara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandanara village has a total of 218 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandanara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandanara is 64.82%. The male literacy rate is 75.11%, while the female literacy rate is 54.66%.