Gandal
Gandal is a village located in Hungund taluka of Bagalkot district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 37km away from sub-district headquarter Hungund (tehsildar office) and 61km away from district headquarter Bagalkot. As per 2009 stats, Muradi is the gram panchayat of Gandal village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandal unique in its vibrant Hungund-Bagalkot region. You’ll see Gandal’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 Gandal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandal is 598899. The village spans a total geographical area of 732.75 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 587202. Hungund is nearest town to Gandal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Gandal
Population of Gandal
According to the 2011 Census, Gandal has a total population of about 1,039, with approximately 553 males and 486 females. The sex ratio is around 878 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 186 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 357 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 610. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.40%, with male literacy at about 62.21% and female literacy near 39.09%. There are around 179 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,039 | 553 | 486 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 186 | 107 | 79 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 357 | 195 | 162 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 610 | 321 | 289 |
| Literate Population | 534 | 344 | 190 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 209 | 296 |
Connectivity of Gandal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandal. As per the 2011 stats, Gandal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandal
- Where is Gandal located?
- Gandal village is situated in Hungund Taluka, within the Bagalkot district of Karnataka, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandal?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandal is Muradi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandal?
- The pincode of Gandal is 587202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandal is 1,039, with 553 males and 486 females.
- How many households are there in Gandal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandal village has a total of 179 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandal is 51.40%. The male literacy rate is 62.21%, while the female literacy rate is 39.09%.