Kanda - Kasauli, Solan
Kanda is a village situated in the Kasauli tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Hudang serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kanda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kanda is 021613. The village covers a total geographical area of 77.32 hectares and falls under the 173209 pincode. Kasauli is the nearest town.
Kanda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kasauli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda village had a total population of 164 people, including 87 males and 77 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 885 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.99%, with male literacy at 89.74% and female literacy at 75.36%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 164 | 87 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 70 | 52 |
| Illiterate Population | 42 | 17 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Kanda
Kanda 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 Kanda
Kanda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kanda.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Kanda is about 21 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kanda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kanda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kanda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kanda village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kanda
Where is Kanda located?
Kanda village is located in Kasauli Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Kanda is Hudang.
What is the pincode of Kanda?
The pincode of Kanda is 173209.
What is the population of Kanda?
Kanda had a total population of 164, including 87 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Kanda?
Kanda had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanda was 82.99%. Male literacy was 89.74% and female literacy was 75.36%.