Gangdhar
Gangdhar is a village located in Gangdhar tehsil of Jhalawar district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Gangdhar (tehsildar office) and 132km away from district headquarter Jhalawar. As per 2009 stats, Gangdhar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gangdhar unique in its vibrant Gangdhar-Jhalawar region. You’ll see Gangdhar’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 Gangdhar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gangdhar is 105223. The village spans a total geographical area of 814.58 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 326516. Bhawani Mandi is nearest town to Gangdhar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 82km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gangdhar 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 Dag Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jhalawar-Baran Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gangdhar
Population of Gangdhar
According to the 2011 Census, Gangdhar has a total population of about 5,506, with approximately 2,838 males and 2,668 females. The sex ratio is around 940 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 802 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,050 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 81. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.81%, with male literacy at about 71.85% and female literacy near 49.06%. There are around 1,063 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gangdhar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,506 | 2,838 | 2,668 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 802 | 412 | 390 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,050 | 537 | 513 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 81 | 52 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 3,348 | 2,039 | 1,309 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,158 | 799 | 1,359 |
Connectivity of Gangdhar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gangdhar. As per the 2011 stats, Gangdhar 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 <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gangdhar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gangdhar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gangdhar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gangdhar
- Where is Gangdhar located?
- Gangdhar village is situated in Gangdhar Tehsil, within the Jhalawar district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gangdhar?
- Gangdhar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gangdhar?
- The pincode of Gangdhar is 326516, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gangdhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gangdhar is 5,506, with 2,838 males and 2,668 females.
- How many households are there in Gangdhar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gangdhar village has a total of 1,063 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gangdhar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gangdhar is 60.81%. The male literacy rate is 71.85%, while the female literacy rate is 49.06%.