Kandhwara
Kandhwara is a village located in Saluni tehsil of Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 80km away from district headquarter Saluni. Saluni is the sub-district headquarter of Kandhwara village. As per 2009 stats, Kandhwara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandhwara unique in its vibrant Saluni-Chamba region. You’ll see Kandhwara’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 Kandhwara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandhwara is 007182. The village spans a total geographical area of 261.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176321. Chamba is nearest town to Kandhwara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kandhwara
Population of Kandhwara
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhwara has a total population of about 491, with approximately 261 males and 230 females. The sex ratio is around 881 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 77 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 173 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 57.03%, with male literacy at about 68.20% and female literacy near 44.35%. There are around 98 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandhwara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 491 | 261 | 230 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 43 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 173 | 100 | 73 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 280 | 178 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 83 | 128 |
Connectivity of Kandhwara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandhwara. As per the 2011 stats, Kandhwara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandhwara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandhwara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandhwara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhwara
- Where is Kandhwara located?
- Kandhwara village is situated in Saluni Tehsil, within the Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandhwara?
- Kandhwara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandhwara?
- The pincode of Kandhwara is 176321, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandhwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhwara is 491, with 261 males and 230 females.
- How many households are there in Kandhwara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandhwara village has a total of 98 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandhwara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhwara is 57.03%. The male literacy rate is 68.20%, while the female literacy rate is 44.35%.