Gandua
Gandua is a village located in Khaira tehsil of Baleshwar district in Odisha, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Khaira (tehsildar office) and 60km away from district headquarter Baleshwar. As per 2009 stats, Gagandhuli is the gram panchayat of Gandua village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandua unique in its vibrant Khaira-Baleshwar region. You’ll see Gandua’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 Gandua
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandua is 393562. The village spans a total geographical area of 148 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 756047. Soro is nearest town to Gandua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.
Google Map of Gandua
Population of Gandua
According to the 2011 Census, Gandua has a total population of about 464, with approximately 241 males and 223 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 28 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 23. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.66%, with male literacy at about 70.95% and female literacy near 57.85%. There are around 110 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandua's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 464 | 241 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 64 | 36 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 12 | 16 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 13 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 300 | 171 | 129 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 70 | 94 |
Connectivity of Gandua
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandua. As per the 2011 stats, Gandua had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandua
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandua.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandua
- Where is Gandua located?
- Gandua village is situated in Khaira Tehsil, within the Baleshwar district of Odisha, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandua?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandua is Gagandhuli (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandua?
- The pincode of Gandua is 756047, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandua is 464, with 241 males and 223 females.
- How many households are there in Gandua as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandua village has a total of 110 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandua as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandua is 64.66%. The male literacy rate is 70.95%, while the female literacy rate is 57.85%.