Kandra

Kandra is a village located in Khargram subdivision of Murshidabad district in West Bengal, India. Berhampore and Nagar are the district & sub-district headquarters of Kandra village respectively. As per 2009 stats, Jaipur is the gram panchayat of Kandra village.

Kandra has its own place in the vibrant Murshidabad 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 Kandra

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Kandra is 315117. The village spans a total geographical area of 207.4 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 742157. Kandi is nearest town to Kandra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.

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Population of Kandra

Below is a concise population overview of Kandra as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,258 644 614
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 166 87 79
Scheduled Castes (SC) 953 483 470
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 702 417 285
Illiterate Population 556 227 329

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Kandra village:

  • The total population of Kandra village is around 1,258, including approximately 644 males and 614 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 166 children aged 0–6 years in Kandra village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Kandra village has 953 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Kandra village is about 55.80%, with male literacy at 64.75% and female literacy at 46.42%.
  • There are around 319 households in Kandra village.

Connectivity of Kandra

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Kandra. As per the 2011 stats, Kandra had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Kandra

Knowing the nearby villages of Kandra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Kandra.

Asalpur Sahapara Bilbelun Bagrain Bhabani Nagar Chhatrapur Palsanda Chandibati Telsundi Samandi Ghanashyampur

Frequently Asked Questions about Kandra

Where is Kandra located?
Kandra village is situated in Khargram Subdivision, within the Murshidabad district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandra is Jaipur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Kandra?
The pincode of Kandra is 742157, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Kandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Kandra is 1,258, with 644 males and 614 females.
How many households are there in Kandra as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Kandra village has a total of 319 households.
What is the literacy rate in Kandra as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Kandra is 55.80%. The male literacy rate is 64.75%, while the female literacy rate is 46.42%.