Kandor
Kandor is a village located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 92km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Kandor village. As per 2009 stats, Kandore is the gram panchayat of Kandor village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandor unique in its vibrant Nurpur-Kangra region. You’ll see Kandor’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 Kandor
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandor is 008555. The village spans a total geographical area of 163.6 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176022. Nurpur is nearest town to Kandor village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Kandor 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 Fatehpur 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.
Google Map of Kandor
Population of Kandor
According to the 2011 Census, Kandor has a total population of about 1,939, with approximately 944 males and 995 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 245 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 103 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 74.32%, with male literacy at about 78.60% and female literacy near 70.25%. There are around 411 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandor's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,939 | 944 | 995 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 245 | 129 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 39 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,441 | 742 | 699 |
| Illiterate Population | 498 | 202 | 296 |
Connectivity of Kandor
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandor. As per the 2011 stats, Kandor had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandor
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandor helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandor.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandor
- Where is Kandor located?
- Kandor village is situated in Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandor?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandor is Kandore (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandor?
- The pincode of Kandor is 176022, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandor is 1,939, with 944 males and 995 females.
- How many households are there in Kandor as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandor village has a total of 411 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandor as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandor is 74.32%. The male literacy rate is 78.60%, while the female literacy rate is 70.25%.