Gandwan
Gandwan is a village located in Kushalgarh tehsil of Banswara district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Kushalgarh (tehsildar office) and 80km away from district headquarter Banswara. As per 2009 stats, Chhoti Sarwa is the gram panchayat of Gandwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandwan unique in its vibrant Kushalgarh-Banswara 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 099874. The village spans a total geographical area of 502 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 327801. Kushalgarh is nearest town to Gandwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.
Google Map of Gandwan
Population of Gandwan
According to the 2011 Census, Gandwan has a total population of about 1,172, with approximately 567 males and 605 females. The sex ratio is around 1067 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 280 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,163. The overall literacy rate is approximately 36.43%, with male literacy at about 43.39% and female literacy near 29.92%. There are around 251 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 | 1,172 | 567 | 605 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 280 | 142 | 138 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,163 | 564 | 599 |
| Literate Population | 427 | 246 | 181 |
| Illiterate Population | 745 | 321 | 424 |
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 <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 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 Kushalgarh Tehsil, within the Banswara district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandwan is Chhoti Sarwa (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 327801, 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 1,172, with 567 males and 605 females.
- How many households are there in Gandwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandwan village has a total of 251 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandwan is 36.43%. The male literacy rate is 43.39%, while the female literacy rate is 29.92%.