Kandra - Baghmara-Cum-Katras, Dhanbad
Kandra is a village situated in the Baghmara-Cum-Katras subdivision of Dhanbad district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Baghmara and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Dhanbad. Kandra village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandra is 361566. The village covers a total geographical area of 295.59 hectares and falls under the 828305 pincode. Dhanbad is the nearest town.
Kandra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandra
As per Census 2011, Kandra village has a total population of 4,258 people, consisting of 2,262 males and 1,996 females. The village has 846 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 669 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,652 literate and 1,606 illiterate residents. Additionally, 503 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,258 | 2,262 | 1,996 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 669 | 341 | 328 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 503 | 261 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 2,652 | 1,662 | 990 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,606 | 600 | 1,006 |
Nearby Villages of Kandra
Kandra 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 Kandra
Kandra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Kandra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dhanbad to Kandra is about 25 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 Kandra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Kandra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandra
Where is Kandra located?
Kandra village is located in Baghmara-Cum-Katras Subdivision, Dhanbad district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandra?
Kandra is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandra?
The pincode of Kandra is 828305.
What is the population of Kandra?
Kandra has a total population of 4,258, including 2,262 males and 1,996 females.
How many households are there in Kandra?
There are 846 households in Kandra.
What is the literacy rate in Kandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandra is 62.28%. Male literacy is 73.47% and female literacy is 49.60%.