Gandhana
About Gandhana
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gandhana village is 401500. Gandhana village is located in Kuakhia tehsil of Jajapur district in Odisha, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Kuakhia (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Jajapur . As per 2009 stats, Gandhana village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 157 hectares. Gandhana has a total population of 1,078 peoples, out of which male population is 547 while female population is 531. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 970 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gandhana village is 77.46% out of which 83.55% males and 71.19% females are literate. There are about 242 houses in gandhana village. Pincode of gandhana village locality is 755009.
When it comes to administration, Gandhana village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gandhana village comes under Korei Vidhan Sabha constituency & Jajpur Lok Sabha constituency. Jajapur is nearest town to gandhana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
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Population of Gandhana
The population details of Gandhana cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,078 | 547 | 531 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 132 | 61 | 71 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 68 | 32 | 36 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 835 | 457 | 378 |
| Illiterate Population | 243 | 90 | 153 |
Connectivity of Gandhana
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhana
Where is Gandhana located?
Gandhana village is situated in Kuakhia Tehsil, within the Jajapur district of Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhana?
Gandhana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gandhana?
The pincode of Gandhana is 755009, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gandhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhana is 1,078, with 547 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Gandhana as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandhana village has a total of 242 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhana as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhana is 77.46%. The male literacy rate is 83.55%, while the female literacy rate is 71.19%.