Kandrai
Kandrai is a village located in Surajpur tehsil of Surguja district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 24km away from sub-district headquarter Surajpur (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Ambikapur. As per 2009 stats, Kandarai is the gram panchayat of Kandrai village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandrai unique in its vibrant Surajpur-Surguja region. You’ll see Kandrai’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 Kandrai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandrai is 432556. The village spans a total geographical area of 1071.32 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 497226. Surajpur is nearest town to Kandrai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 24km away.
Google Map of Kandrai
Population of Kandrai
According to the 2011 Census, Kandrai has a total population of about 4,540, with approximately 2,271 males and 2,269 females. The sex ratio is around 999 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 842 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 330 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 613. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.17%, with male literacy at about 47.86% and female literacy near 28.47%. There are around 1,192 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandrai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,540 | 2,271 | 2,269 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 842 | 422 | 420 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 330 | 158 | 172 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 613 | 304 | 309 |
| Literate Population | 1,733 | 1,087 | 646 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,807 | 1,184 | 1,623 |
Connectivity of Kandrai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandrai. As per the 2011 stats, Kandrai 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 Kandrai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandrai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandrai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandrai
- Where is Kandrai located?
- Kandrai village is situated in Surajpur Tehsil, within the Surguja district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandrai?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandrai is Kandarai (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandrai?
- The pincode of Kandrai is 497226, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandrai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandrai is 4,540, with 2,271 males and 2,269 females.
- How many households are there in Kandrai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandrai village has a total of 1,192 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandrai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandrai is 38.17%. The male literacy rate is 47.86%, while the female literacy rate is 28.47%.