Gandwan
Gandwan is a village located in Sunam tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Sunam (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Ganduan is the gram panchayat of Gandwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandwan unique in its vibrant Sunam-Sangrur region. You’ll see Gandwan’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 Gandwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandwan is 039874. The village spans a total geographical area of 1998 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148028. Sunam is nearest town to Gandwan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gandwan
Population of Gandwan
According to the 2011 Census, Gandwan has a total population of about 4,755, with approximately 2,599 males and 2,156 females. The sex ratio is around 829 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 509 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,524 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 47.36%, with male literacy at about 49.90% and female literacy near 44.29%. There are around 913 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,755 | 2,599 | 2,156 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 509 | 302 | 207 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,524 | 831 | 693 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,252 | 1,297 | 955 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,503 | 1,302 | 1,201 |
Connectivity of Gandwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandwan. As per the 2011 stats, Gandwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gandwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandwan
- Where is Gandwan located?
- Gandwan village is situated in Sunam Tehsil, within the Sangrur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandwan is Ganduan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandwan?
- The pincode of Gandwan is 148028, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandwan is 4,755, with 2,599 males and 2,156 females.
- How many households are there in Gandwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandwan village has a total of 913 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandwan is 47.36%. The male literacy rate is 49.90%, while the female literacy rate is 44.29%.