Gandhiganj
About Gandhiganj
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gandhiganj village is 489362. Gandhiganj village is located in Majholi tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Majholi (tehsildar office) and 46km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Gandhiganj village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 192.67 hectares. Gandhiganj has a total population of 1,175 peoples, out of which male population is 607 while female population is 568. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 935 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gandhiganj village is 66.38% out of which 76.11% males and 55.99% females are literate. There are about 281 houses in gandhiganj village.
When it comes to administration, Gandhiganj village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gandhiganj village comes under Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency. Sihora is nearest town to gandhiganj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
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Population of Gandhiganj
The population details of Gandhiganj cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,175 | 607 | 568 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 167 | 90 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 516 | 274 | 242 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 780 | 462 | 318 |
| Illiterate Population | 395 | 145 | 250 |
Connectivity of Gandhiganj
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhiganj
Where is Gandhiganj located?
Gandhiganj village is situated in Majholi Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhiganj?
Gandhiganj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the population of Gandhiganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhiganj is 1,175, with 607 males and 568 females.
How many households are there in Gandhiganj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandhiganj village has a total of 281 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhiganj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhiganj is 66.38%. The male literacy rate is 76.11%, while the female literacy rate is 55.99%.