Kanda
Kanda is a village located in Shimla Rural tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 17km away from Shimla, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kanda village. As per 2009 stats, Shamlaghat 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 024393. The village spans a total geographical area of 199.21 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 171011. Shimla is nearest town to Kanda village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kanda
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.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 850 | 608 | 242 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 167 | 130 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 523 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 85 | 55 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kanda village:
- The total population of Kanda village is around 850, including approximately 608 males and 242 females, with a sex ratio of 398 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Kanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kanda village has 167 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 10 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kanda village is about 83.53%, with male literacy at 86.02% and female literacy at 77.27%.
- There are around 86 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanda
- Where is Kanda located?
- Kanda village is situated in Shimla Rural Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanda?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kanda is Shamlaghat (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 171011, 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 850, with 608 males and 242 females.
- How many households are there in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanda village has a total of 86 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanda is 83.53%. The male literacy rate is 86.02%, while the female literacy rate is 77.27%.