Gandhwan
Gandhwan is a village located in Khanna tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Khanna (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Ganduan is the gram panchayat of Gandhwan village.
Gandhwan has its own place in the vibrant Ludhiana 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 Gandhwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhwan is 033205. The village spans a total geographical area of 178 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 141401. Khanna is nearest town to Gandhwan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gandhwan
Below is a concise population overview of Gandhwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 495 | 263 | 232 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 47 | 25 | 22 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 360 | 200 | 160 |
Illiterate Population | 135 | 63 | 72 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gandhwan village:
- The total population of Gandhwan village is around 495, including approximately 263 males and 232 females, with a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 47 children aged 0–6 years in Gandhwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gandhwan village has 140 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Gandhwan village is about 72.73%, with male literacy at 76.05% and female literacy at 68.97%.
- There are around 93 households in Gandhwan village.
Connectivity of Gandhwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhwan. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Gandhwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandhwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandhwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhwan
- Where is Gandhwan located?
- Gandhwan village is situated in Khanna Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandhwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandhwan is Ganduan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandhwan?
- The pincode of Gandhwan is 141401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandhwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhwan is 495, with 263 males and 232 females.
- How many households are there in Gandhwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandhwan village has a total of 93 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandhwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhwan is 72.73%. The male literacy rate is 76.05%, while the female literacy rate is 68.97%.