Gandak
About Gandak
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gandak village is 017455. Gandak village is located in Barsar tehsil of Hamirpur district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 44km away from district headquarter Barsar. Barsar is the sub-district headquarter of Gandak village. As per 2009 stats, Jhanjiani is the gram panchayat of Gandak village.
The total geographical area of village is 10.55 hectares. Gandak has a total population of 61 peoples, out of which male population is 26 while female population is 35. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1346 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gandak village is 83.61% out of which 84.62% males and 82.86% females are literate. There are about 11 houses in gandak village. Pincode of gandak village locality is 174305.
When it comes to administration, Gandak village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gandak village comes under Barsar Vidhan Sabha constituency & Hamirpur Lok Sabha constituency. Talai is nearest town to gandak village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gandak
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 61 | 26 | 35 |
| Children (0-6) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 51 | 22 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 10 | 4 | 6 |
Connectivity of Gandak
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gandak
Where is Gandak located?
Gandak village is situated in Barsar Tehsil, within the Hamirpur district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandak?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandak is Jhanjiani (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gandak?
The pincode of Gandak is 174305, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gandak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandak is 61, with 26 males and 35 females.
How many households are there in Gandak as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandak village has a total of 11 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandak as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandak is 83.61%. The male literacy rate is 84.62%, while the female literacy rate is 82.86%.