Kandi Khas
Kandi Khas is a village located in Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Handwara (tehsildar office) and 15km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Kandi B is the gram panchayat of Kandi Khas village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandi Khas unique in its vibrant Handwara-Kupwara region. You’ll see Kandi Khas’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 Khas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandi Khas is 000168. The village spans a total geographical area of 623.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193221. Handwara is nearest town to Kandi Khas village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kandi Khas
Population of Kandi Khas
According to the 2011 Census, Kandi Khas has a total population of about 5,956, with approximately 3,096 males and 2,860 females. The sex ratio is around 923 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,060 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 126. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.10%, with male literacy at about 56.62% and female literacy near 38.88%. There are around 854 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandi Khas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,956 | 3,096 | 2,860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,060 | 556 | 504 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 69 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 2,865 | 1,753 | 1,112 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,091 | 1,343 | 1,748 |
Connectivity of Kandi Khas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandi Khas. As per the 2011 stats, Kandi Khas 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 Khas
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandi Khas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandi Khas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandi Khas
- Where is Kandi Khas located?
- Kandi Khas village is situated in Handwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandi Khas?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandi Khas is Kandi B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandi Khas?
- The pincode of Kandi Khas is 193221, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandi Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandi Khas is 5,956, with 3,096 males and 2,860 females.
- How many households are there in Kandi Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandi Khas village has a total of 854 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandi Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandi Khas is 48.10%. The male literacy rate is 56.62%, while the female literacy rate is 38.88%.