Kandi
Kandi is a village located in Murtijapur tehsil of Akola district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Murtijapur (tehsildar office) and 70km away from district headquarter Akola. As per 2009 stats, Kandi Pr Bal is the gram panchayat of Kandi village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandi unique in its vibrant Murtijapur-Akola region. You’ll see Kandi’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 Kandi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandi is 530319. The village spans a total geographical area of 1005 hectares. Murtijapur is nearest town to Kandi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandi 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 Murtijapur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Akola Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandi
Population of Kandi
According to the 2011 Census, Kandi has a total population of about 2,470, with approximately 1,293 males and 1,177 females. The sex ratio is around 910 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 316 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 704 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 140. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.88%, with male literacy at about 77.49% and female literacy near 61.51%. There are around 563 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,470 | 1,293 | 1,177 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 316 | 153 | 163 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 704 | 355 | 349 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 140 | 81 | 59 |
| Literate Population | 1,726 | 1,002 | 724 |
| Illiterate Population | 744 | 291 | 453 |
Connectivity of Kandi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandi. As per the 2011 stats, Kandi 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandi
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandi
- Where is Kandi located?
- Kandi village is situated in Murtijapur Tehsil, within the Akola district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandi?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandi is Kandi Pr Bal (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandi is 2,470, with 1,293 males and 1,177 females.
- How many households are there in Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandi village has a total of 563 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandi is 69.88%. The male literacy rate is 77.49%, while the female literacy rate is 61.51%.