Kanda
About Kanda
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kanda village is 024393. Kanda village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 199.21 hectares. Kanda has a total population of 850 peoples, out of which male population is 608 while female population is 242. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 398 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kanda village is 83.53% out of which 86.02% males and 77.27% females are literate. There are about 86 houses in kanda village. Pincode of kanda village locality is 171011.
Shimla is nearest town to kanda village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Kanda
The population details of Kanda 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 | 850 | 608 | 242 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 45 | 23 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 167 | 130 | 37 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 710 | 523 | 187 |
| Illiterate Population | 140 | 85 | 55 |
Connectivity of Kanda
| 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 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%.