Kandhwala Amarkot
Kandhwala Amarkot is a village located in Abohar tehsil of Firozpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Abohar (tehsildar office) and 91km away from district headquarter Firozpur. As per 2009 stats, Kandhwala Amarkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandhwala Amarkot unique in its vibrant Abohar-Firozpur region. You’ll see Kandhwala Amarkot’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 Kandhwala Amarkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandhwala Amarkot is 035184. The village spans a total geographical area of 2351.71 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152116. Abohar is nearest town to Kandhwala Amarkot village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Kandhwala Amarkot
Population of Kandhwala Amarkot
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhwala Amarkot has a total population of about 5,033, with approximately 2,697 males and 2,336 females. The sex ratio is around 866 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 594 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,391 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.68%, with male literacy at about 67.04% and female literacy near 53.34%. There are around 978 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandhwala Amarkot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,033 | 2,697 | 2,336 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 594 | 327 | 267 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,391 | 1,248 | 1,143 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 3,054 | 1,808 | 1,246 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,979 | 889 | 1,090 |
Connectivity of Kandhwala Amarkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandhwala Amarkot. As per the 2011 stats, Kandhwala Amarkot 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandhwala Amarkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandhwala Amarkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandhwala Amarkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhwala Amarkot
- Where is Kandhwala Amarkot located?
- Kandhwala Amarkot village is situated in Abohar Tehsil, within the Firozpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandhwala Amarkot?
- Kandhwala Amarkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Kandhwala Amarkot?
- The pincode of Kandhwala Amarkot is 152116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandhwala Amarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhwala Amarkot is 5,033, with 2,697 males and 2,336 females.
- How many households are there in Kandhwala Amarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandhwala Amarkot village has a total of 978 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandhwala Amarkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhwala Amarkot is 60.68%. The male literacy rate is 67.04%, while the female literacy rate is 53.34%.