Kanadar - Vijaynagar, Sabar Kantha
Kanadar is a village situated in the Vijaynagar taluka of Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vijaynagar and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Himatnagar. Kanadar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanadar is 509952. The village covers a total geographical area of 1919.27 hectares and falls under the 383246 pincode. Vijaynagar is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Kanadar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kanadar
As per Census 2011, Kanadar village has a total population of 5,643 people, consisting of 2,815 males and 2,828 females. The village has 1,189 households and a sex ratio of 1,004 females per 1,000 males. There are 865 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,018 literate and 1,625 illiterate residents. Additionally, 334 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5,069 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanadar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,643 | 2,815 | 2,828 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 865 | 459 | 406 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 334 | 164 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5,069 | 2,521 | 2,548 |
| Literate Population | 4,018 | 2,241 | 1,777 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,625 | 574 | 1,051 |
Nearby Villages of Kanadar
Kanadar 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 Kanadar
Kanadar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vijaynagar to Kanadar is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Himatnagar to Kanadar is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanadar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanadar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanadar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanadar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanadar
Where is Kanadar located?
Kanadar village is located in Vijaynagar Taluka, Sabar Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanadar?
Kanadar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kanadar?
The pincode of Kanadar is 383246.
What is the population of Kanadar?
Kanadar has a total population of 5,643, including 2,815 males and 2,828 females.
How many households are there in Kanadar?
There are 1,189 households in Kanadar.
What is the literacy rate in Kanadar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanadar is 71.20%. Male literacy is 79.61% and female literacy is 62.84%.