Kandi
Kandi is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 44km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kandi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandi unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Kandi’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 Kandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandi is 005452. The village spans a total geographical area of 562.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Kandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Kandi
Population of Kandi
According to the 2011 Census, Kandi has a total population of about 503, with approximately 268 males and 235 females. The sex ratio is around 876 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 76 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 355. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.09%, with male literacy at about 60.82% and female literacy near 40.00%. There are around 104 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 503 | 268 | 235 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 42 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 355 | 187 | 168 |
| Literate Population | 257 | 163 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 246 | 105 | 141 |
Connectivity of Kandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandi. As per the 2011 stats, Kandi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandi
- Where is Kandi located?
- Kandi village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandi?
- Kandi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandi?
- The pincode of Kandi is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandi is 503, with 268 males and 235 females.
- How many households are there in Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandi village has a total of 104 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandi is 51.09%. The male literacy rate is 60.82%, while the female literacy rate is 40.00%.