Kandhara
Kandhara is a village located in Rairakhol tehsil of Sambalpur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Rairakhol (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Sambalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kadaligarh is the gram panchayat of Kandhara village.
Kandhara has its own place in the vibrant Sambalpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kandhara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandhara is 382499. The village spans a total geographical area of 187 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 768106. Redhakhol is nearest town to Kandhara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
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Population of Kandhara
Below is a concise population overview of Kandhara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 691 | 341 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 104 | 53 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 129 | 52 | 77 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 112 | 57 | 55 |
| Literate Population | 488 | 267 | 221 |
| Illiterate Population | 203 | 74 | 129 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandhara village:
- The total population of Kandhara village is around 691, including approximately 341 males and 350 females, with a sex ratio of 1026 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 104 children aged 0–6 years in Kandhara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kandhara village has 129 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 112 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kandhara village is about 70.62%, with male literacy at 78.30% and female literacy at 63.14%.
- There are around 147 households in Kandhara village.
Connectivity of Kandhara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandhara. As per the 2011 stats, Kandhara 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandhara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandhara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandhara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhara
- Where is Kandhara located?
- Kandhara village is situated in Rairakhol Tehsil, within the Sambalpur district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandhara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandhara is Kadaligarh (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 768106, 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 691, with 341 males and 350 females.
- How many households are there in Kandhara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandhara village has a total of 147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandhara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhara is 70.62%. The male literacy rate is 78.30%, while the female literacy rate is 63.14%.