Gandeh - Sunderbani, Rajouri
Gandeh is a village situated in the Sunderbani tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sunderbani and around 84 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Nah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandeh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandeh is 001649. The village covers a total geographical area of 150.1 hectares and falls under the 185156 pincode.
Gandeh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nowshera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jammu Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandeh
As per Census 2011, Gandeh village has a total population of 218 people, consisting of 112 males and 106 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 28 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 140 literate and 78 illiterate residents. Additionally, 103 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 5 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandeh are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 218 | 112 | 106 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 15 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 140 | 77 | 63 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 35 | 43 |
Nearby Villages of Gandeh
Gandeh 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 Gandeh
Gandeh is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Rajouri to Gandeh is about 84 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandeh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandeh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gandeh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandeh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandeh
Where is Gandeh located?
Gandeh village is located in Sunderbani Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandeh?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandeh is Nah.
What is the pincode of Gandeh?
The pincode of Gandeh is 185156.
What is the population of Gandeh?
Gandeh has a total population of 218, including 112 males and 106 females.
How many households are there in Gandeh?
There are 52 households in Gandeh.
What is the literacy rate in Gandeh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandeh is 64.22%. Male literacy is 68.75% and female literacy is 59.43%.