Kandha - Bagshad, Mandi
Kandha is a village situated in the Bagshad tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 135 km from Mandi. Kanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandha is 015992. The village covers a total geographical area of 342 hectares and falls under the 175010 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Kandha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kandha
As per Census 2011, Kandha village has a total population of 518 people, consisting of 255 males and 263 females. The village has 98 households and a sex ratio of 1,031 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 356 literate and 162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 50 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandha are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 518 | 255 | 263 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 25 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 205 | 151 |
| Illiterate Population | 162 | 50 | 112 |
Nearby Villages of Kandha
Kandha 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 Kandha
Kandha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Kandha is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandha 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 <1 km |
Health Facilities in Kandha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandha
Where is Kandha located?
Kandha village is located in Bagshad Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandha?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandha is Kanda.
What is the pincode of Kandha?
The pincode of Kandha is 175010.
What is the population of Kandha?
Kandha has a total population of 518, including 255 males and 263 females.
How many households are there in Kandha?
There are 98 households in Kandha.
What is the literacy rate in Kandha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandha is 68.73%. Male literacy is 80.39% and female literacy is 57.41%.