Gandhari
Gandhari is a village located in Arjuni Morgaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Arjuni Morgaon (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Bondgaon Sur is the gram panchayat of Gandhari village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandhari unique in its vibrant Arjuni Morgaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Gandhari’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 Gandhari
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhari is 538235. The village spans a total geographical area of 472.07 hectares. Desaiganj is nearest town to Gandhari village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gandhari 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 Arjuni-morgaon Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhandara - Gondiya Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gandhari
Population of Gandhari
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhari has a total population of about 515, with approximately 248 males and 267 females. The sex ratio is around 1076 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 68 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 68 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 287. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.90%, with male literacy at about 78.23% and female literacy near 62.17%. There are around 136 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandhari's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 515 | 248 | 267 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 68 | 31 | 37 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 287 | 136 | 151 |
Literate Population | 360 | 194 | 166 |
Illiterate Population | 155 | 54 | 101 |
Connectivity of Gandhari
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhari. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhari had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandhari
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhari helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhari.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhari
- Where is Gandhari located?
- Gandhari village is situated in Arjuni Morgaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhari?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandhari is Bondgaon Sur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gandhari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhari is 515, with 248 males and 267 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhari as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhari village has a total of 136 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhari as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhari is 69.90%. The male literacy rate is 78.23%, while the female literacy rate is 62.17%.