Kanda
Kanda is a village located in Jobat tehsil of Alirajpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Jobat (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Alirajpur. As per 2009 stats, Kanda village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kanda unique in its vibrant Jobat-Alirajpur region. You’ll see Kanda’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 Kanda
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kanda is 505089. The village spans a total geographical area of 984.77 hectares. Jobat is nearest town to Kanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 2km away.
Google Map of Kanda
Population of Kanda
According to the 2011 Census, Kanda has a total population of about 2,845, with approximately 1,434 males and 1,411 females. The sex ratio is around 983 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 569 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 67 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2,735. The overall literacy rate is approximately 29.98%, with male literacy at about 34.24% and female literacy near 25.66%. There are around 464 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kanda's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,845 | 1,434 | 1,411 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 569 | 303 | 266 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 29 | 38 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,735 | 1,389 | 1,346 |
| Literate Population | 853 | 491 | 362 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,992 | 943 | 1,049 |
Connectivity of Kanda
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kanda. As per the 2011 stats, Kanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kanda
Knowing the nearby villages of Kanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kanda.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kanda
- Where is Kanda located?
- Kanda village is situated in Jobat Tehsil, within the Alirajpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kanda?
- Kanda serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kanda is 2,845, with 1,434 males and 1,411 females.
- How many households are there in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kanda village has a total of 464 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kanda as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kanda is 29.98%. The male literacy rate is 34.24%, while the female literacy rate is 25.66%.