Gandarwan - Akhnoor, Jammu
Gandarwan is a village situated in the Akhnoor tehsil of Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Akhnoor and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Jammu. Gandarwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandarwan is 005460. The village covers a total geographical area of 1426.1 hectares and falls under the 181201 pincode. Akhnoor is the nearest town, located about 8 km away.
Gandarwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Akhnoor Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandarwan
As per Census 2011, Gandarwan village has a total population of 3,739 people, consisting of 1,918 males and 1,821 females. The village has 791 households and a sex ratio of 949 females per 1,000 males. There are 491 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,395 literate and 1,344 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,810 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 407 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandarwan are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Transport and Connectivity of Gandarwan
Gandarwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Akhnoor to Gandarwan is about 8 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Jammu to Gandarwan is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandarwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandarwan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gandarwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandarwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gandarwan
Where is Gandarwan located?
Gandarwan village is located in Akhnoor Tehsil, Jammu district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandarwan?
Gandarwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gandarwan?
The pincode of Gandarwan is 181201.
What is the population of Gandarwan?
Gandarwan has a total population of 3,739, including 1,918 males and 1,821 females.
How many households are there in Gandarwan?
There are 791 households in Gandarwan.
What is the literacy rate in Gandarwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandarwan is 64.05%. Male literacy is 68.87% and female literacy is 58.98%.