Kandha
Kandha is a village located in Khundian tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 67km away from district headquarter Khundian. Khundian is the sub-district headquarter of Kandha village. As per 2009 stats, Tihri is the gram panchayat of Kandha village.
Kandha has its own place in the vibrant Kangra region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kandha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandha is 010863. The village spans a total geographical area of 65.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176032. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to Kandha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 16km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandha 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 Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
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Population of Kandha
Below is a concise population overview of Kandha as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 137 | 64 | 73 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 44 | 23 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 94 | 46 | 48 |
| Illiterate Population | 43 | 18 | 25 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandha village:
- The total population of Kandha village is around 137, including approximately 64 males and 73 females, with a sex ratio of 1140 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 20 children aged 0–6 years in Kandha village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kandha village has 44 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Kandha village is about 68.61%, with male literacy at 71.88% and female literacy at 65.75%.
- There are around 27 households in Kandha village.
Connectivity of Kandha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandha. As per the 2011 stats, Kandha 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandha
- Where is Kandha located?
- Kandha village is situated in Khundian Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandha is Tihri (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandha?
- The pincode of Kandha is 176032, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandha is 137, with 64 males and 73 females.
- How many households are there in Kandha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandha village has a total of 27 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandha is 68.61%. The male literacy rate is 71.88%, while the female literacy rate is 65.75%.