Gandhran
Gandhran is a village located in Nakodar tehsil of Jalandhar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Nakodar (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Jalandhar. As per 2009 stats, Gandaran is the gram panchayat of Gandhran village.
Gandhran has its own place in the vibrant Jalandhar 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 Gandhran
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhran is 029909. The village spans a total geographical area of 552 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144040. Nakodar is nearest town to Gandhran village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gandhran
Population of Gandhran
Below is a concise population overview of Gandhran 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 | 2,039 | 1,026 | 1,013 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 232 | 125 | 107 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 846 | 426 | 420 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,363 | 716 | 647 |
Illiterate Population | 676 | 310 | 366 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gandhran village:
- The total population of Gandhran village is around 2,039, including approximately 1,026 males and 1,013 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 232 children aged 0–6 years in Gandhran village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gandhran village has 846 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gandhran village is about 66.85%, with male literacy at 69.79% and female literacy at 63.87%.
- There are around 405 households in Gandhran village.
Connectivity of Gandhran
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhran. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhran had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
---|---|
Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gandhran
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhran helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhran.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhran
- Where is Gandhran located?
- Gandhran village is situated in Nakodar Tehsil, within the Jalandhar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhran?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandhran is Gandaran (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandhran?
- The pincode of Gandhran is 144040, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandhran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhran is 2,039, with 1,026 males and 1,013 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhran as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhran village has a total of 405 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhran as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhran is 66.85%. The male literacy rate is 69.79%, while the female literacy rate is 63.87%.