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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanda unique in its vibrant Kumharsain-Shimla region. You’ll see Kanda’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 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.
Google Map of Kanda
Population of Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda has a total population of about 212, with approximately 103 males and 109 females. The sex ratio is around 1058 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 16 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 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 74.06%, with male literacy at about 77.67% and female literacy near 70.64%. There are around 46 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.