Kandi
Kandi is a village located in Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 23km away from sub-district headquarter Karnah (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Kandi Payeen is the gram panchayat of Kandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandi unique in its vibrant Karnah-Kupwara 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 000335. The village spans a total geographical area of 437.1 hectares. Kupwara is nearest town to Kandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 95km away.
Google Map of Kandi
Population of Kandi
According to the 2011 Census, Kandi has a total population of about 3,713, with approximately 1,950 males and 1,763 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 713 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 566. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.68%, with male literacy at about 52.46% and female literacy near 33.98%. There are around 729 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 | 3,713 | 1,950 | 1,763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 713 | 391 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 289 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 1,622 | 1,023 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,091 | 927 | 1,164 |
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 5 - 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 Karnah Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandi is Kandi Payeen (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandi is 3,713, with 1,950 males and 1,763 females.
- How many households are there in Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandi village has a total of 729 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandi is 43.68%. The male literacy rate is 52.46%, while the female literacy rate is 33.98%.