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.
Here you can discover what makes Kandra unique in its vibrant Khargram-Murshidabad region. You’ll see Kandra’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 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.
Google Map of Kandra
Population of Kandra
According to the 2011 Census, Kandra has a total population of about 1,258, with approximately 644 males and 614 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 166 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 953 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.80%, with male literacy at about 64.75% and female literacy near 46.42%. There are around 319 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Kandra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.