Kandur - Shirala, Sangli
Kandur is a village situated in the Shirala tehsil of Sangli district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Shirala and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Sangli. Kandur village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandur is 568302. The village covers a total geographical area of 518 hectares and falls under the 415408 pincode. Kandur is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Kandur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shirala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hatkanangle Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandur
As per Census 2011, Kandur village has a total population of 3,298 people, consisting of 1,669 males and 1,629 females. The village has 707 households and a sex ratio of 976 females per 1,000 males. There are 320 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,429 literate and 869 illiterate residents. Additionally, 217 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,298 | 1,669 | 1,629 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 320 | 177 | 143 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 217 | 98 | 119 |
| Literate Population | 2,429 | 1,343 | 1,086 |
| Illiterate Population | 869 | 326 | 543 |
Nearby Villages of Kandur
Kandur 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dholewadi | South-East | 1.19 km |
| Wadgaon | South-West | 1.72 km |
| Punavat | North-West | 1.77 km |
| Wadibhagai | North-East | 2.27 km |
| Kapashi | West | 2.94 km |
| Sagaon | South-East | 3.14 km |
| Sarud | South | 3.20 km |
| Shimpe | South-West | 3.43 km |
| Aswalewadi | North | 3.46 km |
| Natoli | East | 3.53 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandur
Kandur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is C Shahu M Raj Kolhapur Term, while the nearest airport is Kolhapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 30.9 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 Kandur to Kandur is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sangli to Kandur is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Kandur
Where is Kandur located?
Kandur village is located in Shirala Tehsil, Sangli district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandur?
Kandur is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandur?
The pincode of Kandur is 415408.
What is the population of Kandur?
Kandur has a total population of 3,298, including 1,669 males and 1,629 females.
How many households are there in Kandur?
There are 707 households in Kandur.
What is the literacy rate in Kandur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandur is 73.65%. Male literacy is 80.47% and female literacy is 66.67%.