Gandwa
Gandwa is a village located in Simalwara tehsil of Dungarpur district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Simalwara (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Dungarpur. As per 2009 stats, Gandhwa is the gram panchayat of Gandwa village.
Here you can discover what makes Gandwa unique in its vibrant Simalwara-Dungarpur region. You’ll see Gandwa’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 Gandwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandwa is 098241. The village spans a total geographical area of 2153.8 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 314402. Dungarpur is nearest town to Gandwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Gandwa
Population of Gandwa
According to the 2011 Census, Gandwa has a total population of about 9,489, with approximately 4,738 males and 4,751 females. The sex ratio is around 1002 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,803 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 21 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 9,324. The overall literacy rate is approximately 42.50%, with male literacy at about 53.31% and female literacy near 31.72%. There are around 1,807 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gandwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 9,489 | 4,738 | 4,751 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,803 | 912 | 891 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9,324 | 4,646 | 4,678 |
| Literate Population | 4,033 | 2,526 | 1,507 |
| Illiterate Population | 5,456 | 2,212 | 3,244 |
Connectivity of Gandwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandwa. As per the 2011 stats, Gandwa 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 Gandwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Gandwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gandwa
- Where is Gandwa located?
- Gandwa village is situated in Simalwara Tehsil, within the Dungarpur district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gandwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gandwa is Gandhwa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gandwa?
- The pincode of Gandwa is 314402, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gandwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandwa is 9,489, with 4,738 males and 4,751 females.
- How many households are there in Gandwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gandwa village has a total of 1,807 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gandwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandwa is 42.50%. The male literacy rate is 53.31%, while the female literacy rate is 31.72%.