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 Gram 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
As per Census 2011, Kandi Khass village has a total population of 5,956 people, consisting of 3,096 males and 2,860 females. The village has 854 households and a sex ratio of 923 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,060 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,865 literate and 3,091 illiterate residents. Additionally, 126 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandi Khass are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,956 | 3,096 | 2,860 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,060 | 556 | 504 |
| 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 gram panchayat of Kandi Khass?
The Gram 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 has a total population of 5,956, including 3,096 males and 2,860 females.
How many households are there in Kandi Khass?
There are 854 households in Kandi Khass.
What is the literacy rate in Kandi Khass?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandi Khass is 48.10%. Male literacy is 56.62% and female literacy is 38.88%.