Gandhowal
About Gandhowal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gandhowal village is 031926. Gandhowal village is 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.
The total geographical area of village is 102 hectares. Gandhowal has a total population of 276 peoples, out of which male population is 152 while female population is 124. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 815 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gandhowal village is 77.17% out of which 78.95% males and 75.00% females are literate. There are about 53 houses in gandhowal village. Pincode of gandhowal village locality is 146109.
Garhshankar is nearest town to gandhowal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gandhowal
The population details of Gandhowal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 152 | 124 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 106 | 61 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 213 | 120 | 93 |
| Illiterate Population | 63 | 32 | 31 |
Connectivity of Gandhowal
| 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 |
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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%.