Gandawad - Pipalda, Kota
Gandawad is a village situated in the Pipalda tehsil of Kota district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pipalda and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Kota. Durjanpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gandawad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gandawad is 101831. The village covers a total geographical area of 363.84 hectares and falls under the 325214 pincode. Baran is the nearest town, located about 68 km away.
Gandawad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gandawad
According to the 2011 Census, Gandawad village had a total population of 919 people, including 475 males and 444 females, living in 174 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.14%, with male literacy at 84.56% and female literacy at 56.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 246, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 405.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 919 | 475 | 444 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 67 | 62 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 246 | 133 | 113 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 405 | 205 | 200 |
| Literate Population | 562 | 345 | 217 |
| Illiterate Population | 357 | 130 | 227 |
Nearby Villages of Gandawad
Gandawad is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Kherli Kishanpura | North-West | 1.88 km |
| Ganesh Khera | South-West | 1.95 km |
| Kanwarpura | North | 2.04 km |
| Kherlin Dev | South | 2.29 km |
| Meethod | East | 2.42 km |
| Bislai | North-East | 2.70 km |
| Shahnawada | North | 2.98 km |
| Chak Kherli | North-West | 3.22 km |
| Karjoda | South-East | 3.26 km |
| Kherli Peepalda | North-West | 3.41 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gandawad
Gandawad is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Sheopur Kalan, while the nearest airport is Kota Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 62.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baran to Gandawad is about 68 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Kota to Gandawad is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gandawad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gandawad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gandawad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gandawad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gandawad
Where is Gandawad located?
Gandawad village is located in Pipalda Tehsil, Kota district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandawad?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandawad is Durjanpura.
What is the pincode of Gandawad?
The pincode of Gandawad is 325214.
What is the population of Gandawad?
Gandawad had a total population of 919, including 475 males and 444 females.
How many households are there in Gandawad?
Gandawad had 174 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandawad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gandawad was 71.14%. Male literacy was 84.56% and female literacy was 56.81%.