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.
Here you can discover what makes Gandhaw Kalan unique in its vibrant Gudha Malani-Barmer region. You’ll see Gandhaw Kalan’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 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.
Google Map of Gandhaw Kalan
Population of Gandhaw Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Gandhaw Kalan has a total population of about 1,226, with approximately 652 males and 574 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 151 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 218 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 45.68%, with male literacy at about 61.50% and female literacy near 27.70%. There are around 213 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandhaw Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.