Gandhinagar
Gandhinagar is a village located in Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Vengurla (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Oras Bk.. As per 2009 stats, Shiroda is the gram panchayat of Gandhinagar village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandhinagar unique in its vibrant Vengurla-Sindhudurg region. You’ll see Gandhinagar’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 Gandhinagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhinagar is 566707. The village spans a total geographical area of 231.38 hectares. Vengurla is nearest town to Gandhinagar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gandhinagar
Population of Gandhinagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhinagar has a total population of about 898, with approximately 461 males and 437 females. The sex ratio is around 947 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 67 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 2 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.74%, with male literacy at about 88.29% and female literacy near 81.01%. There are around 236 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandhinagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 898 | 461 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | N/A | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 761 | 407 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 54 | 83 |
Connectivity of Gandhinagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhinagar. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhinagar 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandhinagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhinagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhinagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhinagar
- Where is Gandhinagar located?
- Gandhinagar village is situated in Vengurla Tehsil, within the Sindhudurg district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhinagar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandhinagar is Shiroda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gandhinagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhinagar is 898, with 461 males and 437 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhinagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhinagar village has a total of 236 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhinagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhinagar is 84.74%. The male literacy rate is 88.29%, while the female literacy rate is 81.01%.