Kandhara
Kandhara is a village located in Ramgarh subdivision of Dumka district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Ramgarh (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Dumka. As per 2009 stats, Bandarjora is the gram panchayat of Kandhara village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandhara unique in its vibrant Ramgarh-Dumka region. You’ll see Kandhara’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 Kandhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandhara is 370261. The village spans a total geographical area of 170 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814102. Ramgarh is nearest town to Kandhara village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kandhara
Population of Kandhara
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhara has a total population of about 963, with approximately 509 males and 454 females. The sex ratio is around 891 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 156 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 293. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.12%, with male literacy at about 61.49% and female literacy near 35.24%. There are around 181 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 963 | 509 | 454 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 156 | 82 | 74 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 293 | 153 | 140 |
| Literate Population | 473 | 313 | 160 |
| Illiterate Population | 490 | 196 | 294 |
Connectivity of Kandhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandhara. As per the 2011 stats, Kandhara 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhara
- Where is Kandhara located?
- Kandhara village is situated in Ramgarh Subdivision, within the Dumka district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandhara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandhara is Bandarjora (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandhara?
- The pincode of Kandhara is 814102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhara is 963, with 509 males and 454 females.
- How many households are there in Kandhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandhara village has a total of 181 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhara is 49.12%. The male literacy rate is 61.49%, while the female literacy rate is 35.24%.