Gandhibor - Gasuapara, South Garo Hills
Gandhibor is a village situated in the Gasuapara subdivision of South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gasuapara and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Baghmara.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandhibor is 275872. The village falls under the 794103 pincode.
Gandhibor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system. For political representation, the village falls under the Baghmara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tura Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandhibor
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhibor village had a total population of 434 people, including 223 males and 211 females, living in 77 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.32%, with male literacy at 77.65% and female literacy at 59.24%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 431.
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 | 434 | 223 | 211 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 44 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 431 | 221 | 210 |
| Literate Population | 248 | 139 | 109 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 84 | 102 |
Nearby Villages of Gandhibor
Gandhibor 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 Gandhibor
Gandhibor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Baghmara to Gandhibor is about 56 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 Gandhibor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandhibor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gandhibor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandhibor 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandhibor
Where is Gandhibor located?
Gandhibor village is located in Gasuapara Subdivision, South Garo Hills district, Meghalaya, India.
What is the pincode of Gandhibor?
The pincode of Gandhibor is 794103.
What is the population of Gandhibor?
Gandhibor had a total population of 434, including 223 males and 211 females.
How many households are there in Gandhibor?
Gandhibor had 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhibor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandhibor was 68.32%. Male literacy was 77.65% and female literacy was 59.24%.