Gandhan

Gandhan is a village located in Naugaon tehsil of Jagatsinghapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Naugaon (tehsildar office) and 18km away from district headquarter Jagatsinghapur . As per 2009 stats, Gajarajpur is the gram panchayat of Gandhan village.

Gandhan has its own place in the vibrant Jagatsinghapur 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 Gandhan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhan is 398127. The village spans a total geographical area of 210 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 754140. Jagatsinghapur is nearest town to Gandhan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 18km away.

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Population of Gandhan

Below is a concise population overview of Gandhan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 913 468 445
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 71 34 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 270 136 134
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 731 386 345
Illiterate Population 182 82 100

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gandhan village:

  • The total population of Gandhan village is around 913, including approximately 468 males and 445 females, with a sex ratio of 950 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 71 children aged 0–6 years in Gandhan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gandhan village has 270 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gandhan village is about 80.07%, with male literacy at 82.48% and female literacy at 77.53%.
  • There are around 209 households in Gandhan village.

Connectivity of Gandhan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhan. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhan 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 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gandhan

Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhan.

Mundala Khairabasta Dantuala Sudhakanti Ganei Arakhakuda Pohala Korania Gorada Harishpur Gopalpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhan

Where is Gandhan located?
Gandhan village is situated in Naugaon Tehsil, within the Jagatsinghapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandhan is Gajarajpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gandhan?
The pincode of Gandhan is 754140, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gandhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhan is 913, with 468 males and 445 females.
How many households are there in Gandhan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandhan village has a total of 209 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhan is 80.07%. The male literacy rate is 82.48%, while the female literacy rate is 77.53%.