Gandamara
Gandamara is a village located in Kharsawan subdivision of Saraikela Kharsawan district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 36km away from sub-district headquarter Sarikela Kharsawan (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Sarikela. As per 2009 stats, Jordiha is the gram panchayat of Gandamara village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandamara unique in its vibrant Kharsawan-Saraikela Kharsawan region. You’ll see Gandamara’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 Gandamara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandamara is 378648. The village spans a total geographical area of 189 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833201. Jamshedpur is nearest town to Gandamara village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gandamara village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Kharasawan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khunti Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gandamara
Population of Gandamara
According to the 2011 Census, Gandamara has a total population of about 1,151, with approximately 569 males and 582 females. The sex ratio is around 1022 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 169 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 934 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 50. The overall literacy rate is approximately 43.18%, with male literacy at about 58.17% and female literacy near 28.52%. There are around 222 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandamara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,151 | 569 | 582 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 169 | 89 | 80 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 934 | 461 | 473 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 27 | 23 |
| Literate Population | 497 | 331 | 166 |
| Illiterate Population | 654 | 238 | 416 |
Connectivity of Gandamara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandamara. As per the 2011 stats, Gandamara 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandamara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandamara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandamara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandamara
- Where is Gandamara located?
- Gandamara village is situated in Kharsawan Subdivision, within the Saraikela Kharsawan district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandamara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandamara is Jordiha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandamara?
- The pincode of Gandamara is 833201, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandamara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandamara is 1,151, with 569 males and 582 females.
- How many households are there in Gandamara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandamara village has a total of 222 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandamara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandamara is 43.18%. The male literacy rate is 58.17%, while the female literacy rate is 28.52%.