Ghandran
About Ghandran
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ghandran village is 008728. Ghandran village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 1271 hectares. Ghandran has a total population of 1,756 peoples, out of which male population is 903 while female population is 853. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 944 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ghandran village is 72.38% out of which 74.86% males and 69.75% females are literate. There are about 389 houses in ghandran village. Pincode of ghandran village locality is 176401.
When it comes to administration, Ghandran 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, Ghandran village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Pathankot is nearest town to ghandran village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Ghandran
The population details of Ghandran cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,756 | 903 | 853 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 207 | 123 | 84 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 345 | 181 | 164 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 247 | 122 | 125 |
| Literate Population | 1,271 | 676 | 595 |
| Illiterate Population | 485 | 227 | 258 |
Connectivity of Ghandran
| 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 |
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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%.