Gandhaw Kalan

Gandhaw Kalan is a village located in Gudha Malani tehsil of Barmer district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 28km away from sub-district headquarter Gudha Malani (tehsildar office) and 102km away from district headquarter Barmer. As per 2009 stats, Gandhaw Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.

Gandhaw Kalan has its own place in the vibrant Barmer 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 Gandhaw Kalan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandhaw Kalan is 088066. The village spans a total geographical area of 636.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 344031. Sanchore is nearest town to Gandhaw Kalan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 33km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gandhaw Kalan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Gudhamalani Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Barmer Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gandhaw Kalan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,226 652 574
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 151 82 69
Scheduled Castes (SC) 218 116 102
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 560 401 159
Illiterate Population 666 251 415

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

  • The total population of Gandhaw Kalan village is around 1,226, including approximately 652 males and 574 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 151 children aged 0–6 years in Gandhaw Kalan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gandhaw Kalan village has 218 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gandhaw Kalan village is about 45.68%, with male literacy at 61.50% and female literacy at 27.70%.
  • There are around 213 households in Gandhaw Kalan village.

Connectivity of Gandhaw Kalan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandhaw Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Gandhaw Kalan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gandhaw Kalan

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gandhaw Kalan

Where is Gandhaw Kalan located?
Gandhaw Kalan village is situated in Gudha Malani Tehsil, within the Barmer district of Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandhaw Kalan?
Gandhaw Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gandhaw Kalan?
The pincode of Gandhaw Kalan is 344031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gandhaw Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandhaw Kalan is 1,226, with 652 males and 574 females.
How many households are there in Gandhaw Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandhaw Kalan village has a total of 213 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandhaw Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandhaw Kalan is 45.68%. The male literacy rate is 61.50%, while the female literacy rate is 27.70%.