Gandhar
Gandhar is a village located in Manpur subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Manpur (tehsildar office) and 8km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Bara Gandhar is the gram panchayat of Gandhar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandhar unique in its vibrant Manpur-Gaya region. You’ll see Gandhar’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 Gandhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhar is 255297. The village spans a total geographical area of 289 hectares. Gaya is nearest town to Gandhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Gandhar
Population of Gandhar
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhar has a total population of about 4,449, with approximately 2,311 males and 2,138 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 853 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2,125 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.79%, with male literacy at about 50.28% and female literacy near 36.76%. There are around 932 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 4,449 | 2,311 | 2,138 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 853 | 446 | 407 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,125 | 1,085 | 1,040 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,948 | 1,162 | 786 |
Illiterate Population | 2,501 | 1,149 | 1,352 |
Connectivity of Gandhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhar. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhar
- Where is Gandhar located?
- Gandhar village is situated in Manpur Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandhar is Bara Gandhar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gandhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhar is 4,449, with 2,311 males and 2,138 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhar village has a total of 932 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhar is 43.79%. The male literacy rate is 50.28%, while the female literacy rate is 36.76%.