Kandi Khass - Handwara, Kupwara
Kandi Khass is a village situated in the Handwara tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Handwara and around 15 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Kandi A serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kandi Khass village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandi Khass is 000168. The village covers a total geographical area of 623.2 hectares and falls under the 193221 pincode. Handwara is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kandi Khass village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kandi Khass
According to the 2011 Census, Kandi Khass village had a total population of 5,956 people, including 3,096 males and 2,860 females, living in 854 households. The sex ratio was 924 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.52%, with male literacy at 69.02% and female literacy at 47.20%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 126.
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 | 5,956 | 3,096 | 2,860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,060 | 556 | 504 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 126 | 69 | 57 |
| Literate Population | 2,865 | 1,753 | 1,112 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,091 | 1,343 | 1,748 |
Nearby Villages of Kandi Khass
Kandi Khass 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 Kandi Khass
Kandi Khass is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Handwara to Kandi Khass is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Kandi Khass is about 15 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 Kandi Khass
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandi Khass village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandi Khass
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandi Khass village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandi Khass
Where is Kandi Khass located?
Kandi Khass village is located in Handwara Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kandi Khass?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kandi Khass is Kandi A.
What is the pincode of Kandi Khass?
The pincode of Kandi Khass is 193221.
What is the population of Kandi Khass?
Kandi Khass had a total population of 5,956, including 3,096 males and 2,860 females.
How many households are there in Kandi Khass?
Kandi Khass had 854 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandi Khass?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandi Khass was 58.52%. Male literacy was 69.02% and female literacy was 47.20%.