Kandi - Karnah, Kupwara
Kandi is a village situated in the Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karnah and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Kupwara. Kandi Payeen serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Kandi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandi is 000335. The village covers a total geographical area of 437.1 hectares and falls under the 193225 pincode. Kupwara is the nearest town, located about 95 km away.
Kandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karnah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandi
According to the 2011 Census, Kandi village had a total population of 3,713 people, including 1,950 males and 1,763 females, living in 729 households. The sex ratio was 904 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 54.07%, with male literacy at 65.62% and female literacy at 41.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 566.
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 | 3,713 | 1,950 | 1,763 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 713 | 391 | 322 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 566 | 289 | 277 |
| Literate Population | 1,622 | 1,023 | 599 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,091 | 927 | 1,164 |
Nearby Villages of Kandi
Kandi 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
Kandi 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 5-10 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 Kupwara to Kandi is about 95 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kupwara to Kandi is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kandi
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 village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kandi
Where is Kandi located?
Kandi village is located in Karnah Tehsil, Kupwara district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Kandi?
The Halqa Panchayat of Kandi is Kandi Payeen.
What is the pincode of Kandi?
The pincode of Kandi is 193225.
What is the population of Kandi?
Kandi had a total population of 3,713, including 1,950 males and 1,763 females.
How many households are there in Kandi?
Kandi had 729 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandi was 54.07%. Male literacy was 65.62% and female literacy was 41.57%.