Ghandran
Ghandran is a village located in Pathankot tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Pathankot (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Ghandran village is also a gram panchayat.
Ghandran has its own place in the vibrant Gurdaspur 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 Ghandran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghandran is 027522. The village spans a total geographical area of 210 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 145101. Hoshiarpur is nearest town to Ghandran village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Ghandran
Below is a concise population overview of Ghandran as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 812 | 403 | 409 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 98 | 50 | 48 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 263 | 132 | 131 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 593 | 302 | 291 |
| Illiterate Population | 219 | 101 | 118 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Ghandran village:
- The total population of Ghandran village is around 812, including approximately 403 males and 409 females, with a sex ratio of 1014 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 98 children aged 0–6 years in Ghandran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Ghandran village has 263 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Ghandran village is about 73.03%, with male literacy at 74.94% and female literacy at 71.15%.
- There are around 159 households in Ghandran village.
Connectivity of Ghandran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Ghandran. As per the 2011 stats, Ghandran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Ghandran
Knowing the nearby villages of Ghandran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Ghandran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Ghandran
- Where is Ghandran located?
- Ghandran village is situated in Pathankot Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Ghandran?
- Ghandran serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Ghandran?
- The pincode of Ghandran is 145101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Ghandran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghandran is 812, with 403 males and 409 females.
- How many households are there in Ghandran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Ghandran village has a total of 159 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Ghandran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghandran is 73.03%. The male literacy rate is 74.94%, while the female literacy rate is 71.15%.