Gandan

Gandan is a village located in Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Rajpura (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Patiala. As per 2009 stats, Gandian is the gram panchayat of Gandan village.

Gandan has its own place in the vibrant Patiala 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 Gandan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandan is 037061. The village spans a total geographical area of 126 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140401. Rajpura is nearest town to Gandan village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gandan

Below is a concise population overview of Gandan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 456 240 216
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 45 26 19
Scheduled Castes (SC) 18 9 9
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 313 173 140
Illiterate Population 143 67 76

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gandan village:

  • The total population of Gandan village is around 456, including approximately 240 males and 216 females, with a sex ratio of 900 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 45 children aged 0–6 years in Gandan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gandan village has 18 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gandan village is about 68.64%, with male literacy at 72.08% and female literacy at 64.81%.
  • There are around 84 households in Gandan village.

Connectivity of Gandan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandan. As per the 2011 stats, Gandan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gandan

Knowing the nearby villages of Gandan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandan.

Nepran Shamdo Mehtabgarh Chamaru Madanpur Ghagar Sarai Bhuri Majri Chalheri Gazdinagar Surajgarh Ghurama Kalan

Frequently Asked Questions about Gandan

Where is Gandan located?
Gandan village is situated in Rajpura Tehsil, within the Patiala district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandan is Gandian (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gandan?
The pincode of Gandan is 140401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gandan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandan is 456, with 240 males and 216 females.
How many households are there in Gandan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandan village has a total of 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandan is 68.64%. The male literacy rate is 72.08%, while the female literacy rate is 64.81%.