Kandhi

Kandhi is a village located in Nihri tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 115km away from district headquarter Nihri. Nihri is the sub-district headquarter of Kandhi village. As per 2009 stats, Jeral Ksg is the gram panchayat of Kandhi village.

Here you can discover what makes Kandhi unique in its vibrant Nihri-Mandi region. You’ll see Kandhi’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 Kandhi

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandhi is 015617. The village spans a total geographical area of 82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 175038. Sundarnagar is nearest town to Kandhi village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Kandhi 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 Sundernagar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Mandi 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 Kandhi

According to the 2011 Census, Kandhi has a total population of about 205, with approximately 95 males and 110 females. The sex ratio is around 1157 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 89 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 61.95%, with male literacy at about 68.42% and female literacy near 56.36%. There are around 36 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandhi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 205 95 110
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 36 19 17
Scheduled Castes (SC) 89 45 44
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 10 3 7
Literate Population 127 65 62
Illiterate Population 78 30 48

Connectivity of Kandhi

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandhi. As per the 2011 stats, Kandhi 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kandhi

Knowing the nearby villages of Kandhi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandhi.

Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhi

Where is Kandhi located?
Kandhi village is situated in Nihri Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandhi?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandhi is Jeral Ksg (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kandhi?
The pincode of Kandhi is 175038, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kandhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhi is 205, with 95 males and 110 females.
How many households are there in Kandhi as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandhi village has a total of 36 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandhi as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhi is 61.95%. The male literacy rate is 68.42%, while the female literacy rate is 56.36%.