Kandla
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- 23.03, 70.22
Kandla is a census town located in the Kutch district of Gujarat state in Western India. The town occupies 2.970 square kilometers on the coast of the Gulf of Cutch along the banks of the Kandla Creek. According to the 2011 Census of India, Kandla has a population of 15,782 inhabitants within the urban area. The entire economic activity of the city is centered on the Port of Kandla, one of the major ports of India on the west coast. The port is a major hub for exporting grains and importing oil.
The town has a population density of 5,314 per square kilometer and there are a total of 3,574 families residing in Kandla. The sex ratio is 748 females per 1000 males, which is lower than the national average. The town is known for its port, which is a major contributor to the local economy. The Development Commissioner of Kandla is Upendra Goyal, IOFS. The town has a website, which provides information about the town and its port.
Kandla has a long history, and its port has played a significant role in the town's development. The town was founded by Khengarji III, and it has since become a major center for trade and commerce in the region. The town's strategic location on the coast of the Gulf of Cutch makes it an important hub for the export and import of goods. The Port of Kandla is one of the busiest ports in India, and it handles a large volume of cargo every year.
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- Muslims are in the majority; Hindus form a very large minority. There are also Christian, Sikh, Jain and Buddhist communities. According to the 2011 census, the religious make-up of Kandla was: Muslims (54.32%), Hindus (44.95%%), Christians (0.38%), Sikhs (0.10%), Buddhists (0.06%) and Jains (0.04%); 0.15% did not state any religion.