Kandhar
About Kandhar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kandhar village is 023513. Kandhar village is located in Rampur tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 166km away from district headquarter Rampur. Rampur is the sub-district headquarter of Kandhar village. As per 2009 stats, Sarpara Bp is the gram panchayat of Kandhar village.
The total geographical area of village is 603.58 hectares. Kandhar has a total population of 339 peoples, out of which male population is 177 while female population is 162. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 915 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kandhar village is 67.26% out of which 73.45% males and 60.49% females are literate. There are about 79 houses in kandhar village. Pincode of kandhar village locality is 172101.
When it comes to administration, Kandhar village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kandhar village comes under Rampur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Rampur is nearest town to kandhar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kandhar
The population details of Kandhar cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | 177 | 162 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 228 | 130 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 111 | 47 | 64 |
Connectivity of Kandhar
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhar
Where is Kandhar located?
Kandhar village is situated in Rampur Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandhar?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandhar is Sarpara Bp (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kandhar?
The pincode of Kandhar is 172101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kandhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhar is 339, with 177 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Kandhar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandhar village has a total of 79 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandhar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhar is 67.26%. The male literacy rate is 73.45%, while the female literacy rate is 60.49%.