Kandar
Kandar is a village located in Karmala tehsil of Solapur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 38km away from sub-district headquarter Karmala (tehsildar office) and 96km away from district headquarter Solapur. As per 2009 stats, Kandar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandar unique in its vibrant Karmala-Solapur region. You’ll see Kandar’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 Kandar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandar is 561891. The village spans a total geographical area of 3035.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413202. Karmala is nearest town to Kandar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 38km away.
When it comes to local governance, Kandar 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 Karmala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Madha Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Kandar
Population of Kandar
According to the 2011 Census, Kandar has a total population of about 6,220, with approximately 3,320 males and 2,900 females. The sex ratio is around 873 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 765 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 777 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 127. The overall literacy rate is approximately 66.96%, with male literacy at about 72.02% and female literacy near 61.17%. There are around 1,244 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,220 | 3,320 | 2,900 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 765 | 440 | 325 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 777 | 400 | 377 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 127 | 67 | 60 |
| Literate Population | 4,165 | 2,391 | 1,774 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,055 | 929 | 1,126 |
Connectivity of Kandar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandar. As per the 2011 stats, Kandar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandar
- Where is Kandar located?
- Kandar village is situated in Karmala Tehsil, within the Solapur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandar?
- Kandar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandar?
- The pincode of Kandar is 413202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandar is 6,220, with 3,320 males and 2,900 females.
- How many households are there in Kandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandar village has a total of 1,244 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandar is 66.96%. The male literacy rate is 72.02%, while the female literacy rate is 61.17%.