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.
Here you can discover what makes Kanda unique in its vibrant Shimla Rural-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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda has a total population of about 850, with approximately 608 males and 242 females. The sex ratio is around 398 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 45 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 167 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 83.53%, with male literacy at about 86.02% and female literacy near 77.27%. There are around 86 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 | 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 |
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%.