Kandhal - Fatehpur, Kangra
Kandhal is a village situated in the Fatehpur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Hadwal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandhal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandhal is 008992. The village covers a total geographical area of 62.43 hectares and falls under the 176025 pincode. Nurpur is the nearest town.
Kandhal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fatehpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandhal
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhal village had a total population of 20 people, including 9 males and 11 females, living in 4 households. The sex ratio was 1,222 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.21%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 70.00%.
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 | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Illiterate Population | 4 | 0 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Kandhal
Kandhal 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 Kandhal
Kandhal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village.
| 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 Dharmsala to Kandhal is about 103 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandhal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandhal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kandhal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandhal 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 Kandhal
Where is Kandhal located?
Kandhal village is located in Fatehpur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandhal is Hadwal.
What is the pincode of Kandhal?
The pincode of Kandhal is 176025.
What is the population of Kandhal?
Kandhal had a total population of 20, including 9 males and 11 females.
How many households are there in Kandhal?
Kandhal had 4 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandhal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandhal was 84.21%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 70.00%.