Kandhi - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Kandhi is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Una and around 194 km from Junagadh. Kandhi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandhi is 515284. The village covers a total geographical area of 1080.21 hectares and falls under the 362560 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kandhi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandhi
As per Census 2011, Kandhi village has a total population of 2,896 people, consisting of 1,512 males and 1,384 females. The village has 535 households and a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. There are 366 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,681 literate and 1,215 illiterate residents. Additionally, 380 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandhi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,896 | 1,512 | 1,384 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 366 | 196 | 170 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 380 | 199 | 181 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,681 | 1,005 | 676 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,215 | 507 | 708 |
Nearby Villages of Kandhi
Kandhi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kandhi
Public transport in the Kandhi is mainly available through bus services. Kandhi has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Kandhi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Kandhi is about 194 km, with the usual travel time around ~5.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandhi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandhi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandhi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandhi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandhi
Where is Kandhi located?
Kandhi village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandhi?
Kandhi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandhi?
The pincode of Kandhi is 362560.
What is the population of Kandhi?
Kandhi has a total population of 2,896, including 1,512 males and 1,384 females.
How many households are there in Kandhi?
There are 535 households in Kandhi.
What is the literacy rate in Kandhi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandhi is 58.05%. Male literacy is 66.47% and female literacy is 48.84%.