Kandrai
Kandrai is a village located in Sahjanwa tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sahjanwa (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Kandrai village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Kandrai unique in its vibrant Sahjanwa-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Kandrai’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 Kandrai
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandrai is 185382. The village spans a total geographical area of 471.03 hectares. Gorakhpur is nearest town to Kandrai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Kandrai
Population of Kandrai
According to the 2011 Census, Kandrai has a total population of about 2,319, with approximately 1,198 males and 1,121 females. The sex ratio is around 935 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 349 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 499 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 7. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.03%, with male literacy at about 69.78% and female literacy near 47.55%. There are around 359 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandrai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,319 | 1,198 | 1,121 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 349 | 176 | 173 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 499 | 257 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,369 | 836 | 533 |
| Illiterate Population | 950 | 362 | 588 |
Connectivity of Kandrai
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandrai. As per the 2011 stats, Kandrai had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandrai
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandrai helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandrai.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandrai
- Where is Kandrai located?
- Kandrai village is situated in Sahjanwa Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandrai?
- Kandrai serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Kandrai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandrai is 2,319, with 1,198 males and 1,121 females.
- How many households are there in Kandrai as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandrai village has a total of 359 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandrai as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandrai is 59.03%. The male literacy rate is 69.78%, while the female literacy rate is 47.55%.