Kandela
Kandela is a village located in Bilaspur Sadar tehsil of Bilaspur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 9km away from Bilaspur, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kandela village. As per 2009 stats, Binaula is the gram panchayat of Kandela village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandela unique in its vibrant Bilaspur Sadar-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Kandela’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 Kandela
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandela is 019711. The village spans a total geographical area of 20 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 174001. Bilaspur is nearest town to Kandela village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kandela village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandela
Population of Kandela
According to the 2011 Census, Kandela has a total population of about 110, with approximately 59 males and 51 females. The sex ratio is around 864 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 9 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.00%, with male literacy at about 77.97% and female literacy near 60.78%. There are around 24 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandela's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 33 | 13 | 20 |
Connectivity of Kandela
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandela. As per the 2011 stats, Kandela had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandela
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandela helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandela.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandela
- Where is Kandela located?
- Kandela village is situated in Bilaspur Sadar Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandela?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandela is Binaula (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandela?
- The pincode of Kandela is 174001, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandela is 110, with 59 males and 51 females.
- How many households are there in Kandela as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandela village has a total of 24 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandela as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandela is 70.00%. The male literacy rate is 77.97%, while the female literacy rate is 60.78%.