Kandar
Kandar is a village located in Nichar tehsil of Kinnaur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Bhawanagar. Bhawanagar is the sub-district headquarter of Kandar village. As per 2009 stats, Nathpa is the gram panchayat of Kandar village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandar unique in its vibrant Nichar-Kinnaur region. You’ll see Kandar’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 Kandar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandar is 027111. The village spans a total geographical area of 646.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 172115. Rampur is nearest town to Kandar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kandar
Population of Kandar
According to the 2011 Census, Kandar has a total population of about 186, with approximately 98 males and 88 females. The sex ratio is around 897 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 22 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 17 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 142. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.14%, with male literacy at about 73.47% and female literacy near 43.18%. There are around 56 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 186 | 98 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 12 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 142 | 62 | 80 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 72 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 76 | 26 | 50 |
Connectivity of Kandar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandar. As per the 2011 stats, Kandar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandar
- Where is Kandar located?
- Kandar village is situated in Nichar Tehsil, within the Kinnaur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandar is Nathpa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandar?
- The pincode of Kandar is 172115, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandar is 186, with 98 males and 88 females.
- How many households are there in Kandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandar village has a total of 56 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandar is 59.14%. The male literacy rate is 73.47%, while the female literacy rate is 43.18%.