Gandar
About Gandar
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gandar village is 011314. Gandar village is located in Jaisinghpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 83km away from district headquarter Jaisinghpur. Jaisinghpur is the sub-district headquarter of Gandar village. As per 2009 stats, Gander is the gram panchayat of Gandar village.
The total geographical area of village is 105.84 hectares. Gandar has a total population of 466 peoples, out of which male population is 208 while female population is 258. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1240 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gandar village is 78.76% out of which 81.73% males and 76.36% females are literate. There are about 119 houses in gandar village. Pincode of gandar village locality is 176097.
When it comes to administration, Gandar 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, Gandar village comes under Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Palampur is nearest town to gandar village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gandar
The population details of Gandar 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 | 466 | 208 | 258 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 48 | 26 | 22 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 199 | 91 | 108 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 367 | 170 | 197 |
| Illiterate Population | 99 | 38 | 61 |
Connectivity of Gandar
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gandar
Where is Gandar located?
Gandar village is situated in Jaisinghpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandar is Gander (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gandar?
The pincode of Gandar is 176097, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gandar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandar is 466, with 208 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Gandar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandar village has a total of 119 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandar is 78.76%. The male literacy rate is 81.73%, while the female literacy rate is 76.36%.