Gorgawan - Belhar, Banka
Gorgawan is a village situated in the Belhar subdivision of Banka district, Bihar. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Belhar and around 39 km from the district headquarters in Banka. Dumariya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorgawan is 241512. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 813101 pincode. Sultanganj is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Gorgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gorgawan village had a total population of 1,350 people, including 699 males and 651 females, living in 277 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.15%, with male literacy at 81.00% and female literacy at 60.38%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 374.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,350 | 699 | 651 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 120 | 121 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 374 | 190 | 184 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 789 | 469 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 561 | 230 | 331 |
Nearby Villages of Gorgawan
Gorgawan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gorgawan
Gorgawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sultanganj to Gorgawan is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Banka to Gorgawan is about 39 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorgawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gorgawan
Where is Gorgawan located?
Gorgawan village is located in Belhar Subdivision, Banka district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorgawan is Dumariya.
What is the pincode of Gorgawan?
The pincode of Gorgawan is 813101.
What is the population of Gorgawan?
Gorgawan had a total population of 1,350, including 699 males and 651 females.
How many households are there in Gorgawan?
Gorgawan had 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorgawan was 71.15%. Male literacy was 81.00% and female literacy was 60.38%.