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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Kanda village has a total population of 164 people, consisting of 87 males and 77 females. The village has 33 households and a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males. There are 17 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 122 literate and 42 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kanda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 164 | 87 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 9 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 11 | 15 |
| 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 has a total population of 164, including 87 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Kanda?
There are 33 households in Kanda.
What is the literacy rate in Kanda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kanda is 74.39%. Male literacy is 80.46% and female literacy is 67.53%.