Gandhare
Gandhare is a village located in Vada tehsil of Thane district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Vada (tehsildar office) and 52km away from district headquarter Thane. As per 2009 stats, Gandhare village is also a gram panchayat.
Gandhare has its own place in the vibrant Thane region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Gandhare
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhare is 552074. The village spans a total geographical area of 371 hectares. Bhiwandi is nearest town to Gandhare village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 39km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gandhare 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 Bhiwandi Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bhiwandi Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gandhare
Population of Gandhare
Below is a concise population overview of Gandhare as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,677 | 837 | 840 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 180 | 84 | 96 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 54 | 27 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 550 | 270 | 280 |
| Literate Population | 1,223 | 660 | 563 |
| Illiterate Population | 454 | 177 | 277 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gandhare village:
- The total population of Gandhare village is around 1,677, including approximately 837 males and 840 females, with a sex ratio of 1003 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 180 children aged 0–6 years in Gandhare village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gandhare village has 54 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 550 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gandhare village is about 72.93%, with male literacy at 78.85% and female literacy at 67.02%.
- There are around 372 households in Gandhare village.
Connectivity of Gandhare
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhare. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhare 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 <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandhare
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhare helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhare.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhare
- Where is Gandhare located?
- Gandhare village is situated in Vada Tehsil, within the Thane district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhare?
- Gandhare serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gandhare as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhare is 1,677, with 837 males and 840 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhare as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhare village has a total of 372 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhare as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhare is 72.93%. The male literacy rate is 78.85%, while the female literacy rate is 67.02%.