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.

Gandhari has its own place in the vibrant Gondiya 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 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.

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Population of Gandhari

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Gandhari village is around 515, including approximately 248 males and 267 females, with a sex ratio of 1076 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 68 children aged 0–6 years in Gandhari village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gandhari village has 68 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 287 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gandhari village is about 69.90%, with male literacy at 78.23% and female literacy at 62.17%.
  • There are around 136 households in Gandhari village.

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)
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%.