Kandaha
Kandaha is a village located in Kushmundi subdivision of Dakshin Dinajpur district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Kushmundi (tehsildar office) and 87.7km away from district headquarter Balurghat. As per 2009 stats, Udaypur is the gram panchayat of Kandaha village.
Here you can discover what makes Kandaha unique in its vibrant Kushmundi-Dakshin Dinajpur region. You’ll see Kandaha’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 Kandaha
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandaha is 310497. The village spans a total geographical area of 148.87 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 733132. Kaliagong is nearest town to Kandaha village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Kandaha
Population of Kandaha
According to the 2011 Census, Kandaha has a total population of about 1,194, with approximately 630 males and 564 females. The sex ratio is around 895 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 160 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 534 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 10. The overall literacy rate is approximately 59.21%, with male literacy at about 63.33% and female literacy near 54.61%. There are around 258 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandaha's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,194 | 630 | 564 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 160 | 90 | 70 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 534 | 288 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Literate Population | 707 | 399 | 308 |
| Illiterate Population | 487 | 231 | 256 |
Connectivity of Kandaha
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandaha. As per the 2011 stats, Kandaha 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 Kandaha
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandaha helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandaha.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandaha
- Where is Kandaha located?
- Kandaha village is situated in Kushmundi Subdivision, within the Dakshin Dinajpur district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandaha?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandaha is Udaypur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandaha?
- The pincode of Kandaha is 733132, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandaha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandaha is 1,194, with 630 males and 564 females.
- How many households are there in Kandaha as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandaha village has a total of 258 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandaha as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandaha is 59.21%. The male literacy rate is 63.33%, while the female literacy rate is 54.61%.