Gandhupur

Gandhupur is a village located in Silao subdivision of Nalanda district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Silao (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Biharsharif. As per 2009 stats, Ghostawan is the gram panchayat of Gandhupur village.

Gandhupur has its own place in the vibrant Nalanda 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 Gandhupur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhupur is 245118. The village spans a total geographical area of 150 hectares. Silao is nearest town to Gandhupur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Gandhupur

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,116 570 546
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 209 101 108
Scheduled Castes (SC) 170 84 86
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 617 393 224
Illiterate Population 499 177 322

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

  • The total population of Gandhupur village is around 1,116, including approximately 570 males and 546 females, with a sex ratio of 957 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 209 children aged 0–6 years in Gandhupur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gandhupur village has 170 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gandhupur village is about 55.29%, with male literacy at 68.95% and female literacy at 41.03%.
  • There are around 171 households in Gandhupur village.

Connectivity of Gandhupur

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

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

Nearby Villages of Gandhupur

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhupur

Where is Gandhupur located?
Gandhupur village is situated in Silao Subdivision, within the Nalanda district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhupur?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhupur is Ghostawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gandhupur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhupur is 1,116, with 570 males and 546 females.
How many households are there in Gandhupur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandhupur village has a total of 171 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhupur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhupur is 55.29%. The male literacy rate is 68.95%, while the female literacy rate is 41.03%.