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.
Here you can discover what makes Ghandran unique in its vibrant Pathankot-Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Ghandran’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 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.
Google Map of Ghandran
Population of Ghandran
According to the 2011 Census, Ghandran has a total population of about 812, with approximately 403 males and 409 females. The sex ratio is around 1014 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 98 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 263 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 73.03%, with male literacy at about 74.94% and female literacy near 71.15%. There are around 159 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Ghandran's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| 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 |
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%.