Gandoora - Lachhmangarh, Alwar
Gandoora is a village situated in the Lachhmangarh tehsil of Alwar district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Lachhmangarh and around 46 km from the district headquarters in Alwar. Gandoora village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandoora is 073582. The village covers a total geographical area of 643 hectares and falls under the 301021 pincode. Alwar is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Gandoora village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Alwar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gandoora
As per Census 2011, Gandoora village has a total population of 3,486 people, consisting of 1,847 males and 1,639 females. The village has 582 households and a sex ratio of 887 females per 1,000 males. There are 553 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,022 literate and 1,464 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,430 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 88 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gandoora are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,486 | 1,847 | 1,639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 553 | 288 | 265 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,430 | 747 | 683 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 88 | 49 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 2,022 | 1,309 | 713 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,464 | 538 | 926 |
Nearby Villages of Gandoora
Gandoora is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Raghunath Bas | South-West | 1.57 km |
| Melkheri | North-East | 1.74 km |
| Hingota | South | 1.98 km |
| Resti | North | 2.47 km |
| Deenar | North-West | 2.55 km |
| Kherli Chandrawat | East | 2.81 km |
| Mokalheri | North-East | 2.89 km |
| Nangal Khanjadi | South-East | 2.95 km |
| Jamalpur | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Daulatpura | South | 3.26 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gandoora
Gandoora is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Jadoli Ka Bas, while the nearest airport is Agra Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 93.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Alwar to Gandoora is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandoora
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandoora village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Gandoora
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandoora village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gandoora
Where is Gandoora located?
Gandoora village is located in Lachhmangarh Tehsil, Alwar district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandoora?
Gandoora is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gandoora?
The pincode of Gandoora is 301021.
What is the population of Gandoora?
Gandoora has a total population of 3,486, including 1,847 males and 1,639 females.
How many households are there in Gandoora?
There are 582 households in Gandoora.
What is the literacy rate in Gandoora?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandoora is 58.00%. Male literacy is 70.87% and female literacy is 43.50%.