Gandera - Thural, Kangra
Gandera is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bairghat serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandera village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandera is 011113. The village covers a total geographical area of 86.65 hectares and falls under the 176073 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Gandera village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandera
According to the 2011 Census, Gandera village had a total population of 249 people, including 117 males and 132 females, living in 55 households. The sex ratio was 1,128 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.17%, with male literacy at 83.65% and female literacy at 78.99%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 249 | 117 | 132 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 13 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 14 | 22 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 181 | 87 | 94 |
| Illiterate Population | 68 | 30 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Gandera
Gandera is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gandera
Gandera is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Gandera is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandera
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandera village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gandera
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandera village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gandera
Where is Gandera located?
Gandera village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandera?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandera is Bairghat.
What is the pincode of Gandera?
The pincode of Gandera is 176073.
What is the population of Gandera?
Gandera had a total population of 249, including 117 males and 132 females.
How many households are there in Gandera?
Gandera had 55 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandera?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandera was 81.17%. Male literacy was 83.65% and female literacy was 78.99%.