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.
Here you can discover what makes Kandhara unique in its vibrant Rairakhol-Sambalpur region. You’ll see Kandhara’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 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.
Google Map of Kandhara
Population of Kandhara
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhara has a total population of about 691, with approximately 341 males and 350 females. The sex ratio is around 1026 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 104 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 129 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 112. The overall literacy rate is approximately 70.62%, with male literacy at about 78.30% and female literacy near 63.14%. There are around 147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandhara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.