Kandela - Bilaspur Sadar, Bilaspur
Kandela is a village situated in the Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Binaula serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandela village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandela is 019711. The village covers a total geographical area of 20 hectares and falls under the 174029 pincode. Bilaspur is the nearest town.
Kandela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandela
According to the 2011 Census, Kandela village had a total population of 110 people, including 59 males and 51 females, living in 24 households. The sex ratio was 864 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.24%, with male literacy at 85.19% and female literacy at 65.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 65.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Nearby Villages of Kandela
Kandela 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 Kandela
Public transport in the Kandela is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bilaspur to Kandela is about 9 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kandela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandela village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kandela
Where is Kandela located?
Kandela village is located in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandela?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandela is Binaula.
What is the pincode of Kandela?
The pincode of Kandela is 174029.
What is the population of Kandela?
Kandela had a total population of 110, including 59 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Kandela?
Kandela had 24 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandela was 76.24%. Male literacy was 85.19% and female literacy was 65.96%.