Gadhgawan
Gadhgawan is a village located in Narpatganj subdivision of Araria district in Bihar, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Narpatganj (tehsildar office) and 47km away from district headquarter Araria. As per 2009 stats, Godaraha Vishanpur is the gram panchayat of Gadhgawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gadhgawan unique in its vibrant Narpatganj-Araria region. You’ll see Gadhgawan’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 Gadhgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gadhgawan is 221525. The village spans a total geographical area of 334 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 854318. Forbesganj is nearest town to Gadhgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 15km away.
Google Map of Gadhgawan
Population of Gadhgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gadhgawan has a total population of about 2,212, with approximately 1,175 males and 1,037 females. The sex ratio is around 882 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 337 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 459 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 39.74%, with male literacy at about 45.19% and female literacy near 33.56%. There are around 449 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gadhgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,212 | 1,175 | 1,037 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 337 | 169 | 168 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 260 | 199 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 879 | 531 | 348 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,333 | 644 | 689 |
Connectivity of Gadhgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gadhgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Gadhgawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gadhgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gadhgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gadhgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gadhgawan
- Where is Gadhgawan located?
- Gadhgawan village is situated in Narpatganj Subdivision, within the Araria district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gadhgawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gadhgawan is Godaraha Vishanpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gadhgawan?
- The pincode of Gadhgawan is 854318, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gadhgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadhgawan is 2,212, with 1,175 males and 1,037 females.
- How many households are there in Gadhgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gadhgawan village has a total of 449 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gadhgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadhgawan is 39.74%. The male literacy rate is 45.19%, while the female literacy rate is 33.56%.