Kandar - Karmala, Solapur
Kandar is a village situated in the Karmala tehsil of Solapur district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 38 km from the tehsil headquarters in Karmala and around 96 km from the district headquarters in Solapur. Kandar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandar is 561891. The village covers a total geographical area of 3035.12 hectares and falls under the 413202 pincode. Karmala is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Kandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karmala Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Madha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandar
As per Census 2011, Kandar village has a total population of 6,220 people, consisting of 3,320 males and 2,900 females. The village has 1,244 households and a sex ratio of 873 females per 1,000 males. There are 765 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,165 literate and 2,055 illiterate residents. Additionally, 777 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 127 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandar are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Kandar
Kandar 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Footjawalgaon | South | 3.21 km |
| Kavitgaon | North | 4.33 km |
| Satoli | North-East | 4.50 km |
| Sangvi | North | 4.80 km |
| Dahiwali | East | 5.00 km |
| Surli | South-West | 5.06 km |
| Akole Kh | South | 5.12 km |
| Kanhergaon | South-East | 6.10 km |
| Vadshivane | North-East | 6.35 km |
| Kandalgaon | West | 6.69 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandar
Kandar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Bhalwani, while the nearest airport is Solapur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 74.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karmala to Kandar is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Solapur to Kandar is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandar
Where is Kandar located?
Kandar village is located in Karmala Tehsil, Solapur district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandar?
Kandar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Kandar?
The pincode of Kandar is 413202.
What is the population of Kandar?
Kandar has a total population of 6,220, including 3,320 males and 2,900 females.
How many households are there in Kandar?
There are 1,244 households in Kandar.
What is the literacy rate in Kandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandar is 66.96%. Male literacy is 72.02% and female literacy is 61.17%.