Kanda

Kanda is a village located in Kumharsain tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 110km away from district headquarter Kumharsain. Kumharsain is the sub-district headquarter of Kanda village. As per 2009 stats, Banahar is the gram panchayat of Kanda village.

Kanda has its own place in the vibrant Shimla 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 Kanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanda is 023818. The village spans a total geographical area of 264.56 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171212. Narkanda is nearest town to Kanda village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Kanda

Below is a concise population overview of Kanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 212 103 109
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 16 11 5
Scheduled Castes (SC) 6 3 3
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 157 80 77
Illiterate Population 55 23 32

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanda village:

  • The total population of Kanda village is around 212, including approximately 103 males and 109 females, with a sex ratio of 1058 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 16 children aged 0–6 years in Kanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kanda village has 6 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kanda village is about 74.06%, with male literacy at 77.67% and female literacy at 70.64%.
  • There are around 46 households in Kanda village.

Connectivity of Kanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanda. As per the 2011 stats, Kanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kanda

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

Bargal Chamor Banahar Talha Bhuth Ganeog Nag Chala Nal Jangal Shiwan Jangal Chalah Sarahan

Frequently Asked Questions about Kanda

Where is Kanda located?
Kanda village is situated in Kumharsain Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanda is Banahar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kanda?
The pincode of Kanda is 171212, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanda is 212, with 103 males and 109 females.
How many households are there in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kanda village has a total of 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanda is 74.06%. The male literacy rate is 77.67%, while the female literacy rate is 70.64%.