Gandwan

Gandwan is a village located in Bassi Pathana tehsil of Fatehgarh Sahib district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Bassi Pathana (tehsildar office) and 16km away from district headquarter Fatehgarh Sahib. As per 2009 stats, Gandwan Kalan is the gram panchayat of Gandwan village.

Gandwan has its own place in the vibrant Fatehgarh Sahib 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 Gandwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandwan is 032615. The village spans a total geographical area of 134 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140412. Bassi Pathana is nearest town to Gandwan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gandwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 916 492 424
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 92 49 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) 393 212 181
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 641 360 281
Illiterate Population 275 132 143

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

  • The total population of Gandwan village is around 916, including approximately 492 males and 424 females, with a sex ratio of 861 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 92 children aged 0–6 years in Gandwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gandwan village has 393 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gandwan village is about 69.98%, with male literacy at 73.17% and female literacy at 66.27%.
  • There are around 163 households in Gandwan village.

Connectivity of Gandwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandwan. As per the 2011 stats, Gandwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

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 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gandwan

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

Behrampur Wazidpur Thablan Alampur Fatehpur Jattan Khudadadpur Lohari Kalan Mustfabad Dhunda Bhuchhi Hajipur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gandwan

Where is Gandwan located?
Gandwan village is situated in Bassi Pathana Tehsil, within the Fatehgarh Sahib district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandwan is Gandwan Kalan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gandwan?
The pincode of Gandwan is 140412, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gandwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandwan is 916, with 492 males and 424 females.
How many households are there in Gandwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandwan village has a total of 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandwan is 69.98%. The male literacy rate is 73.17%, while the female literacy rate is 66.27%.