Kandhapur
Kandhapur is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Kanhapur is the gram panchayat of Kandhapur village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandhapur unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Kandhapur’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 Kandhapur
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandhapur is 201114. The village spans a total geographical area of 287.73 hectares. Machhlishahr is nearest town to Kandhapur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kandhapur
Population of Kandhapur
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhapur has a total population of about 2,961, with approximately 1,428 males and 1,533 females. The sex ratio is around 1073 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 453 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 573 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 61.06%, with male literacy at about 74.44% and female literacy near 48.60%. There are around 377 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandhapur's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,961 | 1,428 | 1,533 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 453 | 237 | 216 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 573 | 281 | 292 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,808 | 1,063 | 745 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,153 | 365 | 788 |
Connectivity of Kandhapur
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandhapur. As per the 2011 stats, Kandhapur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available |
Nearby Villages of Kandhapur
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandhapur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandhapur.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandhapur
- Where is Kandhapur located?
- Kandhapur village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandhapur?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandhapur is Kanhapur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Kandhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandhapur is 2,961, with 1,428 males and 1,533 females.
- How many households are there in Kandhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandhapur village has a total of 377 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandhapur as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandhapur is 61.06%. The male literacy rate is 74.44%, while the female literacy rate is 48.60%.