Kandhla - Kairana, Shamli
Kandhla is a village situated in the Kairana tehsil of Shamli district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Kairana and around 47 km from Muzaffarnagar. Kandhla Rural serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandhla village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandhla is 110620. The village covers a total geographical area of 2550.77 hectares and falls under the 247775 pincode. Kandhala is the nearest town, located about 1 km away.
Kandhla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shamli Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kairana Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Kandhla
According to the 2011 Census, Kandhla village had a total population of 9,192 people, including 4,951 males and 4,241 females, living in 1,398 households. The sex ratio was 857 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.94%, with male literacy at 70.40% and female literacy at 43.41%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 291.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,192 | 4,951 | 4,241 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,793 | 968 | 825 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 291 | 158 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 4,287 | 2,804 | 1,483 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,905 | 2,147 | 2,758 |
Nearby Villages of Kandhla
Kandhla is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kandhla
Kandhla is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. Kandhla has a railway station.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kandhala to Kandhla is about 1 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Muzaffarnagar to Kandhla is about 47 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandhla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandhla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Kandhla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandhla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Kandhla
Where is Kandhla located?
Kandhla village is located in Kairana Tehsil, Shamli district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Kandhla?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandhla is Kandhla Rural.
What is the pincode of Kandhla?
The pincode of Kandhla is 247775.
What is the population of Kandhla?
Kandhla had a total population of 9,192, including 4,951 males and 4,241 females.
How many households are there in Kandhla?
Kandhla had 1,398 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandhla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandhla was 57.94%. Male literacy was 70.40% and female literacy was 43.41%.