Gandhiya
Gandhiya is a village located in Jaisinghnagar tehsil of Shahdol district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Jaisinghnagar (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Shahdol. As per 2009 stats, Gandhiya village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gandhiya unique in its vibrant Jaisinghnagar-Shahdol region. You’ll see Gandhiya’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 Gandhiya
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhiya is 501216. The village spans a total geographical area of 684.22 hectares. Jaisinghnagar is nearest town to Gandhiya village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gandhiya
Population of Gandhiya
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhiya has a total population of about 1,660, with approximately 838 males and 822 females. The sex ratio is around 980 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 268 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 164 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,082. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.45%, with male literacy at about 67.66% and female literacy near 45.01%. There are around 447 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandhiya's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,660 | 838 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 268 | 126 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 164 | 95 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,082 | 522 | 560 |
| Literate Population | 937 | 567 | 370 |
| Illiterate Population | 723 | 271 | 452 |
Connectivity of Gandhiya
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhiya. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhiya 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandhiya
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhiya helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhiya.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhiya
- Where is Gandhiya located?
- Gandhiya village is situated in Jaisinghnagar Tehsil, within the Shahdol district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhiya?
- Gandhiya serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gandhiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhiya is 1,660, with 838 males and 822 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhiya as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhiya village has a total of 447 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhiya as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhiya is 56.45%. The male literacy rate is 67.66%, while the female literacy rate is 45.01%.