Gandhinagar - Vengurla, Sindhudurg
Gandhinagar is a village situated in the Vengurla tehsil of Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Vengurla and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Oras Bk.. Shiroda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandhinagar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhinagar is 566707. The village covers a total geographical area of 231.38 hectares and falls under the 416518 pincode. Vengurla is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Sawantwadi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Ratnagiri - Sindhudurg Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandhinagar
As per Census 2011, Gandhinagar village has a total population of 898 people, consisting of 461 males and 437 females. The village has 236 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 67 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 761 literate and 137 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandhinagar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 898 | 461 | 437 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 67 | 33 | 34 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2 | - | 2 |
| Literate Population | 761 | 407 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 137 | 54 | 83 |
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 Vengurla to Gandhinagar is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Oras Bk. to Gandhinagar is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 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 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gandhinagar
Where is Gandhinagar located?
Gandhinagar village is located in Vengurla Tehsil, Sindhudurg district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhinagar?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhinagar is Shiroda.
What is the pincode of Gandhinagar?
The pincode of Gandhinagar is 416518.
What is the population of Gandhinagar?
Gandhinagar has a total population of 898, including 461 males and 437 females.
How many households are there in Gandhinagar?
There are 236 households in Gandhinagar.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhinagar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhinagar is 84.74%. Male literacy is 88.29% and female literacy is 81.01%.