Kandai
Kandai is a village located in Baihar tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Baihar (tehsildar office) and 86km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kandai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandai unique in its vibrant Baihar-Balaghat region. You’ll see Kandai’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 Kandai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandai is 498039. The village spans a total geographical area of 2542.47 hectares. Baihar is nearest town to Kandai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandai village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Baihar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandai
Population of Kandai
According to the 2011 Census, Kandai has a total population of about 1,654, with approximately 805 males and 849 females. The sex ratio is around 1054 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 230 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 11 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,589. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.55%, with male literacy at about 52.80% and female literacy near 40.64%. There are around 358 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,654 | 805 | 849 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 230 | 120 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 11 | 7 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,589 | 771 | 818 |
| Literate Population | 770 | 425 | 345 |
| Illiterate Population | 884 | 380 | 504 |
Connectivity of Kandai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandai. As per the 2011 stats, Kandai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandai
- Where is Kandai located?
- Kandai village is situated in Baihar Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandai?
- Kandai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandai is 1,654, with 805 males and 849 females.
- How many households are there in Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandai village has a total of 358 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandai is 46.55%. The male literacy rate is 52.80%, while the female literacy rate is 40.64%.