Kandra - Manbazar - II, Purulia
Kandra is a village situated in the Manbazar - II subdivision of Purulia district, West Bengal. It is located approximately 18.5 km from Manbazar and around 63.1 km from Purulia. Borojaragara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Kandra village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Kandra is 332254. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.78 hectares and falls under the 723131 pincode. Balarampur is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Kandra village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Kandra
As per Census 2011, Kandra village has a total population of 237 people, consisting of 122 males and 115 females. The village has 45 households and a sex ratio of 942 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 152 literate and 85 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 99 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Kandra are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 237 | 122 | 115 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 13 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Literate Population | 152 | 97 | 55 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 25 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Kandra
Kandra is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Kandra
Kandra is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Balarampur to Kandra is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Purulia to Kandra is about 63.1 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Kandra
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Kandra village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Kandra
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Kandra village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Kandra
Where is Kandra located?
Kandra village is located in Manbazar - II Subdivision, Purulia district, West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Kandra?
The Gram Panchayat of Kandra is Borojaragara.
What is the pincode of Kandra?
The pincode of Kandra is 723131.
What is the population of Kandra?
Kandra has a total population of 237, including 122 males and 115 females.
How many households are there in Kandra?
There are 45 households in Kandra.
What is the literacy rate in Kandra?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Kandra is 64.14%. Male literacy is 79.51% and female literacy is 47.83%.