Gandhvi
Gandhvi is a village located in Kalyanpur taluka of Jamnagar district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Kalyanpur (tehsildar office) and 110km away from district headquarter Jamnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gandhvi village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gandhvi unique in its vibrant Kalyanpur-Jamnagar region. You’ll see Gandhvi’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 Gandhvi
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhvi is 514000. The village spans a total geographical area of 1686.79 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 361315. Porbandar is nearest town to Gandhvi village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gandhvi 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 Dwarka Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jamnagar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gandhvi
Population of Gandhvi
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhvi has a total population of about 2,595, with approximately 1,338 males and 1,257 females. The sex ratio is around 939 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 367 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 49 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 47.59%, with male literacy at about 54.86% and female literacy near 39.86%. There are around 462 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandhvi's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,595 | 1,338 | 1,257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 367 | 193 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 28 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,235 | 734 | 501 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,360 | 604 | 756 |
Connectivity of Gandhvi
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhvi. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhvi had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandhvi
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhvi helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhvi.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhvi
- Where is Gandhvi located?
- Gandhvi village is situated in Kalyanpur Taluka, within the Jamnagar district of Gujarat, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhvi?
- Gandhvi serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gandhvi?
- The pincode of Gandhvi is 361315, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandhvi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhvi is 2,595, with 1,338 males and 1,257 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhvi as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhvi village has a total of 462 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhvi as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhvi is 47.59%. The male literacy rate is 54.86%, while the female literacy rate is 39.86%.