Kandhri
Kandhri is a village located in Bijepur tehsil of Bargarh district in Odisha, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Bijepur (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Bargarh. As per 2009 stats, Bijepur is the gram panchayat of Kandhri village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandhri unique in its vibrant Bijepur-Bargarh region. You’ll see Kandhri’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 Kandhri
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandhri is 380328. The village spans a total geographical area of 186 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768037. Barpali is nearest town to Kandhri village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Kandhri
Population of Kandhri
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhri has a total population of about 742, with approximately 385 males and 357 females. The sex ratio is around 927 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 84 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 155 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 36. The overall literacy rate is approximately 73.45%, with male literacy at about 81.30% and female literacy near 64.99%. There are around 177 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandhri's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 742 | 385 | 357 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 84 | 45 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 155 | 79 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 36 | 21 | 15 |
| Literate Population | 545 | 313 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 197 | 72 | 125 |
Connectivity of Kandhri
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandhri. As per the 2011 stats, Kandhri had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandhri
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandhri helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandhri.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhri
- Where is Kandhri located?
- Kandhri village is situated in Bijepur Tehsil, within the Bargarh district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandhri?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandhri is Bijepur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandhri?
- The pincode of Kandhri is 768037, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandhri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhri is 742, with 385 males and 357 females.
- How many households are there in Kandhri as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandhri village has a total of 177 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandhri as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhri is 73.45%. The male literacy rate is 81.30%, while the female literacy rate is 64.99%.