Kandela - Gaurihar, Chhatarpur
Kandela is a village situated in the Gaurihar tehsil of Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaurihar and around 100 km from the district headquarters in Chhatarpur. Kandela village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandela is 457456. The village covers a total geographical area of 686.46 hectares and falls under the 471525 pincode. Laundi is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Kandela village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chandla Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandela
As per Census 2011, Kandela village has a total population of 2,138 people, consisting of 1,171 males and 967 females. The village has 411 households and a sex ratio of 825 females per 1,000 males. There are 394 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,188 literate and 950 illiterate residents. Additionally, 539 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 8 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandela are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,138 | 1,171 | 967 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 394 | 215 | 179 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 539 | 305 | 234 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 1,188 | 741 | 447 |
| Illiterate Population | 950 | 430 | 520 |
Nearby Villages of Kandela
Kandela is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Misran Purwa | North | 1.47 km |
| Rampurghat | North-East | 2.20 km |
| Gumanpur Nayatal | South | 2.23 km |
| Chak Aurakachhar | South-West | 2.29 km |
| Singarpur | North | 2.67 km |
| Bijasin | West | 2.74 km |
| Phurtala(furtala-81) | North-West | 2.85 km |
| Tedi Kabari | West | 3.15 km |
| Khamin Kheda | South | 3.57 km |
| Goyra | South-East | 3.64 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandela
Kandela is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khurhand, while the nearest airport is Khajuraho Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 50.3 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Laundi to Kandela is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Chhatarpur to Kandela is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandela
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandela village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandela
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandela 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 Kandela
Where is Kandela located?
Kandela village is located in Gaurihar Tehsil, Chhatarpur district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandela?
Kandela is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandela?
The pincode of Kandela is 471525.
What is the population of Kandela?
Kandela has a total population of 2,138, including 1,171 males and 967 females.
How many households are there in Kandela?
There are 411 households in Kandela.
What is the literacy rate in Kandela?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandela is 55.57%. Male literacy is 63.28% and female literacy is 46.23%.