Gandharwan
Gandharwan is a village located in Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Akhnoor (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Jammu. As per 2009 stats, Kotli Tanda is the gram panchayat of Gandharwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandharwan unique in its vibrant Akhnoor-Jammu region. You’ll see Gandharwan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gandharwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandharwan is 005460. The village spans a total geographical area of 1426.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 181201. Akhnoor is nearest town to Gandharwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.
Google Map of Gandharwan
Population of Gandharwan
According to the 2011 Census, Gandharwan has a total population of about 3,739, with approximately 1,918 males and 1,821 females. The sex ratio is around 949 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 491 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,810 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 407. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.05%, with male literacy at about 68.87% and female literacy near 58.98%. There are around 791 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandharwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,739 | 1,918 | 1,821 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 491 | 288 | 203 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,810 | 931 | 879 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 407 | 202 | 205 |
| Literate Population | 2,395 | 1,321 | 1,074 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,344 | 597 | 747 |
Connectivity of Gandharwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandharwan. As per the 2011 stats, Gandharwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandharwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandharwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandharwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandharwan
- Where is Gandharwan located?
- Gandharwan village is situated in Akhnoor Tehsil, within the Jammu district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandharwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandharwan is Kotli Tanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandharwan?
- The pincode of Gandharwan is 181201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandharwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandharwan is 3,739, with 1,918 males and 1,821 females.
- How many households are there in Gandharwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandharwan village has a total of 791 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandharwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandharwan is 64.05%. The male literacy rate is 68.87%, while the female literacy rate is 58.98%.