Gandhe
Gandhe is a village located in Pen tehsil of Raigarh district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Pen (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Alibag. As per 2009 stats, Shihu is the gram panchayat of Gandhe village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandhe unique in its vibrant Pen-Raigarh region. You’ll see Gandhe’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 Gandhe
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhe is 553975. The village spans a total geographical area of 70.2 hectares. Pen is nearest town to Gandhe village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Gandhe
Population of Gandhe
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhe has a total population of about 332, with approximately 163 males and 169 females. The sex ratio is around 1036 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 28 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 74.40%, with male literacy at about 88.34% and female literacy near 60.95%. There are around 78 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandhe's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 332 | 163 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 28 | 9 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 247 | 144 | 103 |
| Illiterate Population | 85 | 19 | 66 |
Connectivity of Gandhe
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhe. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhe 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 Gandhe
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhe helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhe.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhe
- Where is Gandhe located?
- Gandhe village is situated in Pen Tehsil, within the Raigarh district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhe?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandhe is Shihu (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gandhe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhe is 332, with 163 males and 169 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhe as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhe village has a total of 78 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhe as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhe is 74.40%. The male literacy rate is 88.34%, while the female literacy rate is 60.95%.