Gandhra
Gandhra is a village located in Sampla tehsil of Rohtak district in Haryana, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Sampla (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Rohtak. As per 2009 stats, Gandhra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gandhra unique in its vibrant Sampla-Rohtak region. You’ll see Gandhra’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 Gandhra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhra is 061694. The village spans a total geographical area of 984 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 124501. Sampla is nearest town to Gandhra village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gandhra 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 Garhi Sampla-Kiloi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Rohtak Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gandhra
Population of Gandhra
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhra has a total population of about 6,197, with approximately 3,308 males and 2,889 females. The sex ratio is around 873 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 824 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,390 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 70.10%, with male literacy at about 77.63% and female literacy near 61.47%. There are around 1,173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandhra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,197 | 3,308 | 2,889 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 824 | 461 | 363 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,390 | 757 | 633 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 4,344 | 2,568 | 1,776 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,853 | 740 | 1,113 |
Connectivity of Gandhra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhra. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhra 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandhra
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhra
- Where is Gandhra located?
- Gandhra village is situated in Sampla Tehsil, within the Rohtak district of Haryana, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhra?
- Gandhra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gandhra?
- The pincode of Gandhra is 124501, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandhra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhra is 6,197, with 3,308 males and 2,889 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhra village has a total of 1,173 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhra is 70.10%. The male literacy rate is 77.63%, while the female literacy rate is 61.47%.