Gandhinagar - Talasari, Palghar
Gandhinagar is a village situated in the Talasari tehsil of Palghar district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 11 km from Talasari and around 110 km from Thane. Udhava serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandhinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhinagar is 551573. The village covers a total geographical area of 407 hectares and falls under the 401606 pincode. Dahanu is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Gandhinagar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dahanu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Palghar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandhinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhinagar village had a total population of 2,590 people, including 1,277 males and 1,313 females, living in 494 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.30%, with male literacy at 69.99% and female literacy at 42.78%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2,558.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,590 | 1,277 | 1,313 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 430 | 204 | 226 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2,558 | 1,258 | 1,300 |
| Literate Population | 1,216 | 751 | 465 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,374 | 526 | 848 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhinagar
Gandhinagar is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gandhinagar
Gandhinagar is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dahanu to Gandhinagar is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Thane to Gandhinagar is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandhinagar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhinagar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gandhinagar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhinagar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gandhinagar
Where is Gandhinagar located?
Gandhinagar village is located in Talasari Tehsil, Palghar district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhinagar is Udhava.
What is the pincode of Gandhinagar?
The pincode of Gandhinagar is 401606.
What is the population of Gandhinagar?
Gandhinagar had a total population of 2,590, including 1,277 males and 1,313 females.
How many households are there in Gandhinagar?
Gandhinagar had 494 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhinagar was 56.30%. Male literacy was 69.99% and female literacy was 42.78%.