Kandra - Senha, Lohardaga
Kandra is a village situated in the Senha subdivision of Lohardaga district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Senha and around 18 km from the district headquarters in Lohardaga. Buti serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandra is 363141. The village covers a total geographical area of 372 hectares and falls under the 835302 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Kandra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kandra
According to the 2011 Census, Kandra village had a total population of 823 people, including 398 males and 425 females, living in 132 households. The sex ratio was 1,068 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.81%, with male literacy at 77.57% and female literacy at 54.71%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 818.
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 | 823 | 398 | 425 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 162 | 77 | 85 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 818 | 395 | 423 |
| Literate Population | 435 | 249 | 186 |
| Illiterate Population | 388 | 149 | 239 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Kandra.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Lohardaga to Kandra is about 18 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Kandra
Where is Kandra located?
Kandra village is located in Senha Subdivision, Lohardaga district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandra is Buti.
What is the pincode of Kandra?
The pincode of Kandra is 835302.
What is the population of Kandra?
Kandra had a total population of 823, including 398 males and 425 females.
How many households are there in Kandra?
Kandra had 132 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandra was 65.81%. Male literacy was 77.57% and female literacy was 54.71%.