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.
Gandamara has its own place in the vibrant Saraikela Kharsawan region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
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
Below is a concise population overview of Gandamara as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gandamara village:
- The total population of Gandamara village is around 1,151, including approximately 569 males and 582 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 169 children aged 0–6 years in Gandamara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gandamara village has 934 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 50 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gandamara village is about 43.18%, with male literacy at 58.17% and female literacy at 28.52%.
- There are around 222 households in Gandamara village.
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%.