Kandra
About Kandra
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kandra village is 497898. Kandra village is located in Kirnapur tehsil of Balaghat district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Kirnapur (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Balaghat. As per 2009 stats, Kandara is the gram panchayat of Kandra village.
The total geographical area of village is 587.01 hectares. Kandra has a total population of 721 peoples, out of which male population is 342 while female population is 379. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1108 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kandra village is 66.44% out of which 75.73% males and 58.05% females are literate. There are about 178 houses in kandra village.
When it comes to administration, Kandra village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kandra village comes under Lanji Vidhan Sabha constituency & Balaghat Lok Sabha constituency. Balaghat is nearest town to kandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Kandra
The population details of Kandra cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 721 | 342 | 379 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 100 | 47 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 63 | 33 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 352 | 173 | 179 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 259 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 242 | 83 | 159 |
Connectivity of Kandra
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kandra
Where is Kandra located?
Kandra village is situated in Kirnapur Tehsil, within the Balaghat district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandra is Kandara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Kandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandra is 721, with 342 males and 379 females.
How many households are there in Kandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandra village has a total of 178 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandra is 66.44%. The male literacy rate is 75.73%, while the female literacy rate is 58.05%.