Kandei - Dalhousie, Chamba
Kandei is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Samleu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandei is 007357. The village covers a total geographical area of 154.72 hectares and falls under the 176301 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Kandei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Kandei
According to the 2011 Census, Kandei village had a total population of 518 people, including 269 males and 249 females, living in 112 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.51%, with male literacy at 90.04% and female literacy at 64.76%.
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 | 518 | 269 | 249 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 38 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 355 | 208 | 147 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 61 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Kandei
Kandei 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 Kandei
Kandei 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Kandei is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Kandei is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandei village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandei
Where is Kandei located?
Kandei village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandei?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandei is Samleu.
What is the pincode of Kandei?
The pincode of Kandei is 176301.
What is the population of Kandei?
Kandei had a total population of 518, including 269 males and 249 females.
How many households are there in Kandei?
Kandei had 112 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandei was 77.51%. Male literacy was 90.04% and female literacy was 64.76%.