Kandri - Mohadi, Bhandara
Kandri is a village situated in the Mohadi tehsil of Bhandara district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mohadi and around 40 km from the district headquarters in Bhandara. Kandri village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandri is 536808. The village covers a total geographical area of 1151.18 hectares and falls under the 441914 pincode. Tumsar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Kandri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Tumsar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandri
As per Census 2011, Kandri village has a total population of 4,868 people, consisting of 2,480 males and 2,388 females. The village has 1,086 households and a sex ratio of 962 females per 1,000 males. There are 532 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 3,612 literate and 1,256 illiterate residents. Additionally, 370 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 257 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandri are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,868 | 2,480 | 2,388 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 532 | 268 | 264 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 370 | 188 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 257 | 131 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 3,612 | 1,998 | 1,614 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,256 | 482 | 774 |
Nearby Villages of Kandri
Kandri 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bondri | South-West | 1.94 km |
| Bitekhari | North-East | 2.46 km |
| Bacchera | West | 2.79 km |
| Futala | North | 3.09 km |
| Jamb | East | 3.68 km |
| Ghorpad | South | 3.99 km |
| Deulgaon | North-East | 4.07 km |
| Hivra | North-West | 4.10 km |
| Dhusala | South | 4.54 km |
| Lanzera | North-East | 4.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandri
Kandri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Khat, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 48.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tumsar to Kandri is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bhandara to Kandri is about 40 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandri village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandri
Where is Kandri located?
Kandri village is located in Mohadi Tehsil, Bhandara district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandri?
Kandri is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandri?
The pincode of Kandri is 441914.
What is the population of Kandri?
Kandri has a total population of 4,868, including 2,480 males and 2,388 females.
How many households are there in Kandri?
There are 1,086 households in Kandri.
What is the literacy rate in Kandri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandri is 74.20%. Male literacy is 80.56% and female literacy is 67.59%.