Kandarau - Kunda, Pratapgarh
Kandarau is a village situated in the Kunda tehsil of Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kunda and around 75 km from the district headquarters in Pratapgarh. Kandrau serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandarau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandarau is 158108. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.24 hectares and falls under the 230129 pincode. Manikpur is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Kandarau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Babaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kaushambi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandarau
As per Census 2011, Kandarau village has a total population of 2,705 people, consisting of 1,327 males and 1,378 females. The village has 515 households and a sex ratio of 1,038 females per 1,000 males. There are 382 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,258 literate and 1,447 illiterate residents. Additionally, 584 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandarau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,705 | 1,327 | 1,378 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 382 | 204 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 584 | 283 | 301 |
| Literate Population | 1,258 | 708 | 550 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,447 | 619 | 828 |
Nearby Villages of Kandarau
Kandarau 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Asthan | East | 1.87 km |
| Hamidpur Bara Gaon | North | 1.91 km |
| Sukrullapur | West | 1.97 km |
| Shekhpur Hisampur | South-East | 2.04 km |
| Adalabad | North-East | 2.06 km |
| Nigoha | West | 2.09 km |
| Kothariya | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Behra Mau | North | 2.19 km |
| Sherwanipur | South | 2.27 km |
| Alinagar Askaranpur | North-East | 2.29 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Kandarau
Kandarau is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Arkha, while the nearest airport is Allahabad Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 49.0 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Manikpur to Kandarau is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pratapgarh to Kandarau is about 75 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandarau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandarau village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kandarau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandarau 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandarau
Where is Kandarau located?
Kandarau village is located in Kunda Tehsil, Pratapgarh district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandarau?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandarau is Kandrau.
What is the pincode of Kandarau?
The pincode of Kandarau is 230129.
What is the population of Kandarau?
Kandarau has a total population of 2,705, including 1,327 males and 1,378 females.
How many households are there in Kandarau?
There are 515 households in Kandarau.
What is the literacy rate in Kandarau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandarau is 46.51%. Male literacy is 53.35% and female literacy is 39.91%.