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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Kandela village has a total population of 110 people, consisting of 59 males and 51 females. The village has 24 households and a sex ratio of 864 females per 1,000 males. There are 9 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 33 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 110 | 59 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| 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 has a total population of 110, including 59 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Kandela?
There are 24 households in Kandela.
What is the literacy rate in Kandela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandela is 70.00%. Male literacy is 77.97% and female literacy is 60.78%.