Kandog - Baroh, Kangra
Kandog is a village situated in the Baroh tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Khawa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandog village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandog is 010150. The village covers a total geographical area of 117.84 hectares and falls under the 176054 pincode. Nagrota Bagwan is the nearest town.
Kandog village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nagrota Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandog
According to the 2011 Census, Kandog village had a total population of 131 people, including 69 males and 62 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 899 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.27%, with male literacy at 92.73% and female literacy at 81.82%.
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 | 131 | 69 | 62 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 14 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 96 | 51 | 45 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 18 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Kandog
Kandog 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 Kandog
Kandog is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Kandog is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandog
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandog village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kandog
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandog village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandog
Where is Kandog located?
Kandog village is located in Baroh Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandog?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandog is Khawa.
What is the pincode of Kandog?
The pincode of Kandog is 176054.
What is the population of Kandog?
Kandog had a total population of 131, including 69 males and 62 females.
How many households are there in Kandog?
Kandog had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandog?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandog was 87.27%. Male literacy was 92.73% and female literacy was 81.82%.