Gandua

Gandua is a village located in Magrahat I subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 6.9km away from sub-district headquarter Usthi (tehsildar office) and 33.6km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Shrichanda is the gram panchayat of Gandua village.

Gandua has its own place in the vibrant South Twenty Four Parganas region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gandua

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gandua is 334131. The village spans a total geographical area of 97.78 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743375. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Gandua village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Gandua

Below is a concise population overview of Gandua as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 611 312 299
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 85 48 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 442 219 223
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 398 226 172
Illiterate Population 213 86 127

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gandua village:

  • The total population of Gandua village is around 611, including approximately 312 males and 299 females, with a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 85 children aged 0–6 years in Gandua village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gandua village has 442 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gandua village is about 65.14%, with male literacy at 72.44% and female literacy at 57.53%.
  • There are around 143 households in Gandua village.

Connectivity of Gandua

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gandua. As per the 2011 stats, Gandua 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gandua

Knowing the nearby villages of Gandua helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gandua.

Sibpur Chak Naraharipur Srichanda Ruipukuria Bhatugachhi Bainch Beria Sapmara Mahesdari Dogachha Rasa Madhya Krishnapur Jagadish Nagar

Frequently Asked Questions about Gandua

Where is Gandua located?
Gandua village is situated in Magrahat I Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gandua?
The Gram Panchayat of Gandua is Shrichanda (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gandua?
The pincode of Gandua is 743375, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gandua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gandua is 611, with 312 males and 299 females.
How many households are there in Gandua as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gandua village has a total of 143 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gandua as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gandua is 65.14%. The male literacy rate is 72.44%, while the female literacy rate is 57.53%.