Kandran - Rajgarh, Churu
Kandran is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Churu district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajgarh and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Churu. Kalri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandran is 070162. The village covers a total geographical area of 1667.84 hectares and falls under the 331301 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Kandran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sadulpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Churu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandran
As per Census 2011, Kandran village has a total population of 2,100 people, consisting of 1,112 males and 988 females. The village has 400 households and a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males. There are 252 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,277 literate and 823 illiterate residents. Additionally, 547 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandran are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,100 | 1,112 | 988 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 252 | 136 | 116 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 547 | 286 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,277 | 800 | 477 |
| Illiterate Population | 823 | 312 | 511 |
Nearby Villages of Kandran
Kandran is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Ragha Chhoti | North-East | 2.69 km |
| Radwa | West | 2.84 km |
| Harpaloo Patram | South | 2.85 km |
| Than Mathooi | North | 4.20 km |
| Harpaloo Ramdhan | South-West | 4.29 km |
| Ragha Bari | North-East | 4.93 km |
| Kalri | South-East | 4.95 km |
| Harpaloo Sanwal | South | 5.01 km |
| Harpaloo Kushala | South-West | 5.58 km |
| Harpaloo Ramsukh | South-West | 5.82 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandran
Public transport in the Kandran is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Kandharan Halt, while the nearest airport is Hissar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rajgarh to Kandran is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Churu to Kandran is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Kandran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandran
Where is Kandran located?
Kandran village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Churu district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandran?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandran is Kalri.
What is the pincode of Kandran?
The pincode of Kandran is 331301.
What is the population of Kandran?
Kandran has a total population of 2,100, including 1,112 males and 988 females.
How many households are there in Kandran?
There are 400 households in Kandran.
What is the literacy rate in Kandran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandran is 60.81%. Male literacy is 71.94% and female literacy is 48.28%.