Gorgawan

Gorgawan is a village located in Belhar subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Belhar (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Dumariya is the gram panchayat of Gorgawan village.

Gorgawan has its own place in the vibrant Banka 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 Gorgawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorgawan is 241512. The village spans a total geographical area of 200 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 813212. Sultanganj is nearest town to Gorgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 40km away.

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Population of Gorgawan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,350 699 651
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 241 120 121
Scheduled Castes (SC) 374 190 184
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 789 469 320
Illiterate Population 561 230 331

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

  • The total population of Gorgawan village is around 1,350, including approximately 699 males and 651 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 241 children aged 0–6 years in Gorgawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gorgawan village has 374 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gorgawan village is about 58.44%, with male literacy at 67.10% and female literacy at 49.16%.
  • There are around 277 households in Gorgawan village.

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)
Public Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

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.

Darha Seoka Bangawan Hathia Dumaria Bachhaur Kamalpur Jamua Gowaldih Bilkara Pasia

Frequently Asked Questions about Gorgawan

Where is Gorgawan located?
Gorgawan village is situated in Belhar Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorgawan is Dumariya (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 813212, 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 1,350, with 699 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gorgawan village has a total of 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorgawan is 58.44%. The male literacy rate is 67.10%, while the female literacy rate is 49.16%.