Gankhaira
Gankhaira is a village located in Goregaon tehsil of Gondiya district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Goregaon (tehsildar office) and 9km away from district headquarter Gondiya. As per 2009 stats, Gankhaira village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gankhaira unique in its vibrant Goregaon-Gondiya region. You’ll see Gankhaira’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 Gankhaira
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gankhaira is 537650. The village spans a total geographical area of 484.13 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 441807. Gondiya is nearest town to Gankhaira village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gankhaira 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 Tirora 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 Gankhaira
Population of Gankhaira
According to the 2011 Census, Gankhaira has a total population of about 2,642, with approximately 1,277 males and 1,365 females. The sex ratio is around 1068 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 258 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 606 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 211. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.94%, with male literacy at about 82.69% and female literacy near 67.69%. There are around 595 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gankhaira's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,642 | 1,277 | 1,365 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 125 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 606 | 290 | 316 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 211 | 103 | 108 |
| Literate Population | 1,980 | 1,056 | 924 |
| Illiterate Population | 662 | 221 | 441 |
Connectivity of Gankhaira
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gankhaira. As per the 2011 stats, Gankhaira 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gankhaira
Knowing the nearby villages of Gankhaira helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gankhaira.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gankhaira
- Where is Gankhaira located?
- Gankhaira village is situated in Goregaon Tehsil, within the Gondiya district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gankhaira?
- Gankhaira serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gankhaira?
- The pincode of Gankhaira is 441807, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gankhaira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gankhaira is 2,642, with 1,277 males and 1,365 females.
- How many households are there in Gankhaira as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gankhaira village has a total of 595 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gankhaira as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gankhaira is 74.94%. The male literacy rate is 82.69%, while the female literacy rate is 67.69%.