Gandagal
About Gandagal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gandagal village is 306782. Gandagal village is located in Kharibari subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.2km away from sub-district headquarter Kharibari. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Gandagal village. As per 2009 stats, Raniganj Panishali is the gram panchayat of Gandagal village.
The total geographical area of village is 156.21 hectares. Gandagal has a total population of 4,363 peoples, out of which male population is 2,217 while female population is 2,146. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 967 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gandagal village is 62.00% out of which 68.83% males and 54.94% females are literate. There are about 900 houses in gandagal village. Pincode of gandagal village locality is 734429.
Siliguri is nearest town to gandagal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
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Population of Gandagal
The population details of Gandagal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,363 | 2,217 | 2,146 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 550 | 279 | 271 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 2,401 | 1,215 | 1,186 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 420 | 223 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 2,705 | 1,526 | 1,179 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,658 | 691 | 967 |
Connectivity of Gandagal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gandagal
Where is Gandagal located?
Gandagal village is situated in Kharibari Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandagal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandagal is Raniganj Panishali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gandagal?
The pincode of Gandagal is 734429, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gandagal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandagal is 4,363, with 2,217 males and 2,146 females.
How many households are there in Gandagal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandagal village has a total of 900 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandagal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandagal is 62.00%. The male literacy rate is 68.83%, while the female literacy rate is 54.94%.