Kandora - Manora, Jashpur
Kandora is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Jashpur Nagar. Ordih serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandora village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandora is 433924. The village covers a total geographical area of 1089.2 hectares and falls under the 496331 pincode. Jashpur Nagar is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kandora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Raigarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandora
As per Census 2011, Kandora village has a total population of 938 people, consisting of 466 males and 472 females. The village has 170 households and a sex ratio of 1,012 females per 1,000 males. There are 138 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 579 literate and 359 illiterate residents. Additionally, 33 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 709 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 938 | 466 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 138 | 66 | 72 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 17 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 709 | 356 | 353 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 339 | 240 |
| Illiterate Population | 359 | 127 | 232 |
Nearby Villages of Kandora
Kandora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ordih | North-East | 2.80 km |
| Bhimsila | East | 2.81 km |
| Talasili | West | 2.88 km |
| Talora | North | 3.22 km |
| Dhasma | South-East | 3.38 km |
| Beldih | North | 3.48 km |
| Kardana | South | 4.02 km |
| Ghatgaon | South-East | 4.46 km |
| Khonga | East | 5.06 km |
| Pandarsili | West | 5.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandora
Kandora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Lohardaga, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 99.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jashpur Nagar to Kandora is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kandora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kandora
Where is Kandora located?
Kandora village is located in Manora Tehsil, Jashpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandora?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandora is Ordih.
What is the pincode of Kandora?
The pincode of Kandora is 496331.
What is the population of Kandora?
Kandora has a total population of 938, including 466 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Kandora?
There are 170 households in Kandora.
What is the literacy rate in Kandora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandora is 61.73%. Male literacy is 72.75% and female literacy is 50.85%.