Gandhal

Gandhal is a village located in Devadurga taluka of Raichur district in Karnataka, India. It is situated 30km away from sub-district headquarter Devadurga (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Raichur. As per 2009 stats, Ganadhal Deodurga is the gram panchayat of Gandhal village.

Gandhal has its own place in the vibrant Raichur 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 Gandhal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhal is 600576. The village spans a total geographical area of 1222.89 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 584116. Devadurga is nearest town to Gandhal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gandhal 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 Devadurga Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Raichur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gandhal

Below is a concise population overview of Gandhal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,396 1,182 1,214
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 368 194 174
Scheduled Castes (SC) 522 265 257
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 578 284 294
Literate Population 915 535 380
Illiterate Population 1,481 647 834

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gandhal village:

  • The total population of Gandhal village is around 2,396, including approximately 1,182 males and 1,214 females, with a sex ratio of 1027 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 368 children aged 0–6 years in Gandhal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gandhal village has 522 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 578 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gandhal village is about 38.19%, with male literacy at 45.26% and female literacy at 31.30%.
  • There are around 429 households in Gandhal village.

Connectivity of Gandhal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhal. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhal 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 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gandhal

Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhal.

Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhal

Where is Gandhal located?
Gandhal village is situated in Devadurga Taluka, within the Raichur district of Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhal is Ganadhal Deodurga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gandhal?
The pincode of Gandhal is 584116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gandhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhal is 2,396, with 1,182 males and 1,214 females.
How many households are there in Gandhal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandhal village has a total of 429 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhal is 38.19%. The male literacy rate is 45.26%, while the female literacy rate is 31.30%.