Kandar
Kandar is a village located in Gazole subdivision of Maldah district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.8km away from sub-district headquarter Gazole (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter English Bazar. As per 2009 stats, Karkach is the gram panchayat of Kandar village.
Kandar has its own place in the vibrant Maldah 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 Kandar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandar is 312634. The village spans a total geographical area of 132.88 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 732124. Old Malda is nearest town to Kandar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
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Population of Kandar
Below is a concise population overview of Kandar 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 | 533 | 269 | 264 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 46 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 56 | 30 | 26 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 438 | 215 | 223 |
| Literate Population | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Illiterate Population | 411 | 204 | 207 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandar village:
- The total population of Kandar village is around 533, including approximately 269 males and 264 females, with a sex ratio of 981 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 80 children aged 0–6 years in Kandar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Kandar village has 56 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 438 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Kandar village is about 22.89%, with male literacy at 24.16% and female literacy at 21.59%.
- There are around 110 households in Kandar village.
Connectivity of Kandar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandar. As per the 2011 stats, Kandar 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Kandar
Knowing the nearby villages of Kandar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Kandar
- Where is Kandar located?
- Kandar village is situated in Gazole Subdivision, within the Maldah district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Kandar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Kandar is Karkach (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Kandar?
- The pincode of Kandar is 732124, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Kandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandar is 533, with 269 males and 264 females.
- How many households are there in Kandar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Kandar village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Kandar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandar is 22.89%. The male literacy rate is 24.16%, while the female literacy rate is 21.59%.