Kander - Burmu, Ranchi
Kander is a village situated in the Burmu subdivision of Ranchi district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Burmu and around 43 km from the district headquarters in Ranchi. Sarle serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kander village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kander is 373373. The village covers a total geographical area of 327.92 hectares and falls under the 834001 pincode. Ranchi is the nearest town.
Kander village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Kander
According to the 2011 Census, Kander village had a total population of 796 people, including 421 males and 375 females, living in 168 households. The sex ratio was 891 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.33%, with male literacy at 58.17% and female literacy at 44.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 73, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 343.
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 | 796 | 421 | 375 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 72 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 73 | 37 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 343 | 178 | 165 |
| Literate Population | 347 | 203 | 144 |
| Illiterate Population | 449 | 218 | 231 |
Nearby Villages of Kander
Kander 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 Kander
Kander is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ranchi to Kander is about 43 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kander
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kander village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Kander
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kander 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 Kander
Where is Kander located?
Kander village is located in Burmu Subdivision, Ranchi district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kander?
The Gram Panchayat of Kander is Sarle.
What is the pincode of Kander?
The pincode of Kander is 834001.
What is the population of Kander?
Kander had a total population of 796, including 421 males and 375 females.
How many households are there in Kander?
Kander had 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kander?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kander was 51.33%. Male literacy was 58.17% and female literacy was 44.04%.