Gandhowal
Gandhowal is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Gandhowal village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gandhowal unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Gandhowal’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 Gandhowal
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhowal is 031926. The village spans a total geographical area of 102 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 146109. Garhshankar is nearest town to Gandhowal village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gandhowal
Population of Gandhowal
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhowal has a total population of about 276, with approximately 152 males and 124 females. The sex ratio is around 815 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 20 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 106 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 77.17%, with male literacy at about 78.95% and female literacy near 75.00%. There are around 53 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandhowal's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 152 | 124 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 106 | 61 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 213 | 120 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 32 | 31 |
Connectivity of Gandhowal
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhowal. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhowal 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 Gandhowal
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhowal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhowal.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhowal
- Where is Gandhowal located?
- Gandhowal village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhowal?
- Gandhowal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gandhowal?
- The pincode of Gandhowal is 146109, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandhowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhowal is 276, with 152 males and 124 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhowal as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhowal village has a total of 53 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhowal as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhowal is 77.17%. The male literacy rate is 78.95%, while the female literacy rate is 75.00%.