Gorgawan
Gorgawan is a village located in Amarpur subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Amarpur (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Gorgama is the gram panchayat of Gorgawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorgawan unique in its vibrant Amarpur-Banka region. You’ll see Gorgawan’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 Gorgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorgawan is 240667. The village spans a total geographical area of 219 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 813101. Amarpur is nearest town to Gorgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
Google Map of Gorgawan
Population of Gorgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gorgawan has a total population of about 3,562, with approximately 1,906 males and 1,656 females. The sex ratio is around 868 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 653 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 814 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 54.24%, with male literacy at about 60.76% and female literacy near 46.74%. There are around 603 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 3,562 | 1,906 | 1,656 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 653 | 352 | 301 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 814 | 428 | 386 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,932 | 1,158 | 774 |
Illiterate Population | 1,630 | 748 | 882 |
Connectivity of Gorgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Gorgawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gorgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorgawan
- Where is Gorgawan located?
- Gorgawan village is situated in Amarpur Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorgawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorgawan is Gorgama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorgawan?
- The pincode of Gorgawan is 813101, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorgawan is 3,562, with 1,906 males and 1,656 females.
- How many households are there in Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorgawan village has a total of 603 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorgawan is 54.24%. The male literacy rate is 60.76%, while the female literacy rate is 46.74%.