Kandaula - Sunni, Shimla
Kandaula is a village situated in the Sunni tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 51 km from Shimla. Junni serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandaula village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandaula is 023995. The village covers a total geographical area of 134.39 hectares and falls under the 171301 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Kandaula village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandaula
According to the 2011 Census, Kandaula village had a total population of 180 people, including 92 males and 88 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 957 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.17%, with male literacy at 91.46% and female literacy at 72.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 180 | 92 | 88 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 10 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 5 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 129 | 75 | 54 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 17 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Kandaula
Kandaula is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kandaula
Kandaula is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Kandaula is about 51 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandaula
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandaula village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandaula
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandaula village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kandaula
Where is Kandaula located?
Kandaula village is located in Sunni Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandaula?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandaula is Junni.
What is the pincode of Kandaula?
The pincode of Kandaula is 171301.
What is the population of Kandaula?
Kandaula had a total population of 180, including 92 males and 88 females.
How many households are there in Kandaula?
Kandaula had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandaula?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandaula was 82.17%. Male literacy was 91.46% and female literacy was 72.00%.