Gandar - Taraiya, Saran
Gandar is a village situated in the Taraiya subdivision of Saran district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Taraiya and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Chhapra. Taraiya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandar is 232977. The village covers a total geographical area of 83 hectares and falls under the 841424 pincode. Marhaura is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Gandar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gandar
According to the 2011 Census, Gandar village had a total population of 1,339 people, including 685 males and 654 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 58.03%, with male literacy at 74.02% and female literacy at 41.58%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,339 | 685 | 654 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 231 | 123 | 108 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 643 | 416 | 227 |
| Illiterate Population | 696 | 269 | 427 |
Nearby Villages of Gandar
Gandar 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 Gandar
Public transport in the Gandar is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Gandar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Marhaura to Gandar is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chhapra to Gandar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gandar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandar 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Gandar
Where is Gandar located?
Gandar village is located in Taraiya Subdivision, Saran district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandar is Taraiya.
What is the pincode of Gandar?
The pincode of Gandar is 841424.
What is the population of Gandar?
Gandar had a total population of 1,339, including 685 males and 654 females.
How many households are there in Gandar?
Gandar had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandar was 58.03%. Male literacy was 74.02% and female literacy was 41.58%.