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.
Here you can discover what makes Gandwan unique in its vibrant Bassi Pathana-Fatehgarh Sahib region. You’ll see Gandwan’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 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.
Google Map of Gandwan
Population of Gandwan
According to the 2011 Census, Gandwan has a total population of about 916, with approximately 492 males and 424 females. The sex ratio is around 861 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 92 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 393 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 69.98%, with male literacy at about 73.17% and female literacy near 66.27%. There are around 163 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.