Kandhara
About Kandhara
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Kandhara village is 402492. Kandhara village is located in Kankadahad tehsil of Dhenkanal district in Odisha, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Kankadahad (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Dhenkanal. As per 2009 stats, Kanakadahad is the gram panchayat of Kandhara village.
The total geographical area of village is 1252 hectares. Kandhara has a total population of 2,476 peoples, out of which male population is 1,226 while female population is 1,250. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1019 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of kandhara village is 63.33% out of which 71.37% males and 55.44% females are literate. There are about 599 houses in kandhara village. Pincode of kandhara village locality is 759028.
When it comes to administration, Kandhara village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Kandhara village comes under Parjanga Vidhan Sabha constituency & Dhenkanal Lok Sabha constituency. Kamakshyanagar is nearest town to kandhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Kandhara
The population details of Kandhara cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,476 | 1,226 | 1,250 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 279 | 138 | 141 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 560 | 265 | 295 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 925 | 483 | 442 |
| Literate Population | 1,568 | 875 | 693 |
| Illiterate Population | 908 | 351 | 557 |
Connectivity of Kandhara
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhara
Where is Kandhara located?
Kandhara village is situated in Kankadahad Tehsil, within the Dhenkanal district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandhara?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandhara is Kanakadahad (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kandhara?
The pincode of Kandhara is 759028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kandhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhara is 2,476, with 1,226 males and 1,250 females.
How many households are there in Kandhara as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandhara village has a total of 599 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandhara as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhara is 63.33%. The male literacy rate is 71.37%, while the female literacy rate is 55.44%.