Kandavara
Kandavara is a village located in Mangalore taluka of Dakshina Kannada district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 20km away from Mangalore, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Kandavara village. As per 2009 stats, Kandavara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandavara unique in its vibrant Mangalore-Dakshina Kannada region. You’ll see Kandavara’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 Kandavara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandavara is 617485. The village spans a total geographical area of 537.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 574151. Mudbidri is nearest town to Kandavara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kandavara
Population of Kandavara
According to the 2011 Census, Kandavara has a total population of about 3,347, with approximately 1,639 males and 1,708 females. The sex ratio is around 1042 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 295 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 195 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 50. The overall literacy rate is approximately 80.16%, with male literacy at about 84.50% and female literacy near 76.00%. There are around 725 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandavara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,347 | 1,639 | 1,708 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 295 | 144 | 151 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 195 | 99 | 96 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 29 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 2,683 | 1,385 | 1,298 |
| Illiterate Population | 664 | 254 | 410 |
Connectivity of Kandavara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandavara. As per the 2011 stats, Kandavara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandavara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandavara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandavara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandavara
- Where is Kandavara located?
- Kandavara village is situated in Mangalore Taluka, within the Dakshina Kannada district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandavara?
- Kandavara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandavara?
- The pincode of Kandavara is 574151, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandavara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandavara is 3,347, with 1,639 males and 1,708 females.
- How many households are there in Kandavara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandavara village has a total of 725 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandavara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandavara is 80.16%. The male literacy rate is 84.50%, while the female literacy rate is 76.00%.