Kandhwar
Kandhwar is a village located in Rampur Naikin tehsil of Sidhi district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Rampur Naikin (tehsildar office) and 41km away from district headquarter Sidhi. As per 2009 stats, Kandhwar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandhwar unique in its vibrant Rampur Naikin-Sidhi region. You’ll see Kandhwar’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 Kandhwar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandhwar is 502361. The village spans a total geographical area of 738.56 hectares. Rampur Naikin is nearest town to Kandhwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Kandhwar
Population of Kandhwar
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhwar has a total population of about 2,940, with approximately 1,539 males and 1,401 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 467 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 491 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 314. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.92%, with male literacy at about 66.86% and female literacy near 54.39%. There are around 640 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandhwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,940 | 1,539 | 1,401 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 467 | 257 | 210 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 491 | 264 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 314 | 170 | 144 |
| Literate Population | 1,791 | 1,029 | 762 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,149 | 510 | 639 |
Connectivity of Kandhwar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandhwar. As per the 2011 stats, Kandhwar 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandhwar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandhwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandhwar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhwar
- Where is Kandhwar located?
- Kandhwar village is situated in Rampur Naikin Tehsil, within the Sidhi district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandhwar?
- Kandhwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kandhwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhwar is 2,940, with 1,539 males and 1,401 females.
- How many households are there in Kandhwar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandhwar village has a total of 640 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandhwar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhwar is 60.92%. The male literacy rate is 66.86%, while the female literacy rate is 54.39%.