Gandhote - Ramban
Gandhote is a village situated in the Ramban tehsil of Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 5 km from Ramban, which serves as both the tehsil and district headquarters. Seri-b serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandhote village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhote is 004634. The village covers a total geographical area of 528.5 hectares and falls under the 182144 pincode. Ramban is the nearest town.
Gandhote village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramban Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandhote
As per Census 2011, Gandhote village has a total population of 1,558 people, consisting of 814 males and 744 females. The village has 294 households and a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males. There are 362 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 519 literate and 1,039 illiterate residents. Additionally, 430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 215 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandhote are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,558 | 814 | 744 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 175 | 187 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 430 | 203 | 227 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 215 | 122 | 93 |
| Literate Population | 519 | 386 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,039 | 428 | 611 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhote
Gandhote 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 Gandhote
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Gandhote.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Ramban to Gandhote is about 5 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhote
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhote 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 >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gandhote
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhote village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandhote
Where is Gandhote located?
Gandhote village is located in Ramban Tehsil, Ramban district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhote?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhote is Seri-b.
What is the pincode of Gandhote?
The pincode of Gandhote is 182144.
What is the population of Gandhote?
Gandhote has a total population of 1,558, including 814 males and 744 females.
How many households are there in Gandhote?
There are 294 households in Gandhote.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhote?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhote is 33.31%. Male literacy is 47.42% and female literacy is 17.88%.