Kandara
Kandara is a village located in Ketugram I subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. Barddhaman and Kandara are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kandara village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Jyandas Kandara is the gram panchayat of Kandara village.
Kandara has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Kandara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandara is 319198. The village spans a total geographical area of 1102.37 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713129. Katwa is nearest town to Kandara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
Google Map of Kandara
Population of Kandara
Below is a concise population overview of Kandara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,534 | 5,894 | 5,640 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,311 | 645 | 666 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,406 | 1,226 | 1,180 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 243 | 128 | 115 |
| Literate Population | 7,238 | 3,983 | 3,255 |
| Illiterate Population | 4,296 | 1,911 | 2,385 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandara village:
- The total population of Kandara village is around 11,534, including approximately 5,894 males and 5,640 females, with a sex ratio of 956 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 1,311 children aged 0–6 years in Kandara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kandara village has 2,406 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 243 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kandara village is about 62.75%, with male literacy at 67.58% and female literacy at 57.71%.
- There are around 2,560 households in Kandara village.
Connectivity of Kandara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandara. As per the 2011 stats, Kandara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Kandara
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandara
- Where is Kandara located?
- Kandara village is situated in Ketugram I Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandara is Jyandas Kandara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandara?
- The pincode of Kandara is 713129, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandara is 11,534, with 5,894 males and 5,640 females.
- How many households are there in Kandara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandara village has a total of 2,560 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandara is 62.75%. The male literacy rate is 67.58%, while the female literacy rate is 57.71%.