Gandaulim
Gandaulim is a village located in Salcete taluka of South Goa district in Goa, India. It is situated 6km away from Margao, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gandaulim village. As per 2009 stats, Colva is the gram panchayat of Gandaulim village.
Gandaulim has its own place in the vibrant South Goa 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 Gandaulim
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandaulim is 626896. The village spans a total geographical area of 38 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 403713. Salcete is nearest town to Gandaulim village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gandaulim village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Benaulim Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the South Goa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gandaulim
Population of Gandaulim
Below is a concise population overview of Gandaulim as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 438 | 223 | 215 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 25 | 15 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 362 | 186 | 176 |
Illiterate Population | 76 | 37 | 39 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gandaulim village:
- The total population of Gandaulim village is around 438, including approximately 223 males and 215 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 40 children aged 0–6 years in Gandaulim village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- The literacy rate of Gandaulim village is about 82.65%, with male literacy at 83.41% and female literacy at 81.86%.
- There are around 114 households in Gandaulim village.
Connectivity of Gandaulim
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandaulim. As per the 2011 stats, Gandaulim 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 village |
Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandaulim
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandaulim helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandaulim.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandaulim
- Where is Gandaulim located?
- Gandaulim village is situated in Salcete Taluka, within the South Goa district of Goa, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandaulim?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandaulim is Colva (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandaulim?
- The pincode of Gandaulim is 403713, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandaulim as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandaulim is 438, with 223 males and 215 females.
- How many households are there in Gandaulim as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandaulim village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandaulim as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandaulim is 82.65%. The male literacy rate is 83.41%, while the female literacy rate is 81.86%.