Kandhane
Kandhane is a village located in Malegaon tehsil of Nashik district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 27km away from sub-district headquarter Malegaon (tehsildar office) and 131km away from district headquarter Nashik. As per 2009 stats, Kandhane village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandhane unique in its vibrant Malegaon-Nashik region. You’ll see Kandhane’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 Kandhane
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandhane is 550202. The village spans a total geographical area of 698 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 423505. Malegaon is nearest town to Kandhane village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 27km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandhane 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 Malegaon outer Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dhule Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandhane
Population of Kandhane
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhane has a total population of about 1,519, with approximately 785 males and 734 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 233 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 48 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 110. The overall literacy rate is approximately 68.73%, with male literacy at about 78.73% and female literacy near 58.04%. There are around 324 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandhane's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,519 | 785 | 734 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 233 | 123 | 110 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 48 | 21 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Literate Population | 1,044 | 618 | 426 |
| Illiterate Population | 475 | 167 | 308 |
Connectivity of Kandhane
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandhane. As per the 2011 stats, Kandhane 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 Kandhane
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandhane helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandhane.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhane
- Where is Kandhane located?
- Kandhane village is situated in Malegaon Tehsil, within the Nashik district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandhane?
- Kandhane serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandhane?
- The pincode of Kandhane is 423505, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandhane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhane is 1,519, with 785 males and 734 females.
- How many households are there in Kandhane as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandhane village has a total of 324 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandhane as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhane is 68.73%. The male literacy rate is 78.73%, while the female literacy rate is 58.04%.