Ghandran
Ghandran is a village located in Indora tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 92km away from district headquarter Indora. Indora is the sub-district headquarter of Ghandran village. As per 2009 stats, Gadhrana is the gram panchayat of Ghandran village.
Ghandran has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Ghandran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghandran is 008728. The village spans a total geographical area of 1271 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 176401. Pathankot is nearest town to Ghandran village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Ghandran 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 Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Ghandran
Population of Ghandran
Below is a concise population overview of Ghandran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,756 | 903 | 853 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 207 | 123 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 345 | 181 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 247 | 122 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 676 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 227 | 258 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghandran village:
- The total population of Ghandran village is around 1,756, including approximately 903 males and 853 females, with a sex ratio of 944 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 207 children aged 0–6 years in Ghandran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghandran village has 345 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 247 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Ghandran village is about 72.38%, with male literacy at 74.86% and female literacy at 69.75%.
- There are around 389 households in Ghandran village.
Connectivity of Ghandran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghandran. As per the 2011 stats, Ghandran 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 Ghandran
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghandran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghandran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghandran
- Where is Ghandran located?
- Ghandran village is situated in Indora Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghandran?
- The Gram Panchayat of Ghandran is Gadhrana (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Ghandran?
- The pincode of Ghandran is 176401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghandran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghandran is 1,756, with 903 males and 853 females.
- How many households are there in Ghandran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghandran village has a total of 389 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghandran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghandran is 72.38%. The male literacy rate is 74.86%, while the female literacy rate is 69.75%.