Gurgawan

Gurgawan is a village located in Phulidumar subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Phulidumar (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Rata is the gram panchayat of Gurgawan village.

Gurgawan 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 Gurgawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurgawan is 241383. The village spans a total geographical area of 153 hectares. Banka is nearest town to Gurgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 32km away.

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Population of Gurgawan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,355 670 685
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 285 118 167
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 388 184 204
Literate Population 483 302 181
Illiterate Population 872 368 504

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

  • The total population of Gurgawan village is around 1,355, including approximately 670 males and 685 females, with a sex ratio of 1022 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 285 children aged 0–6 years in Gurgawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gurgawan village has 388 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gurgawan village is about 35.65%, with male literacy at 45.07% and female literacy at 26.42%.
  • There are around 275 households in Gurgawan village.

Connectivity of Gurgawan

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

Nearby Villages of Gurgawan

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

Rata Gorakhdih Kharauwa Tola Dhankundia Kalan Tola Dhankundia Buzurg Tola Dudhghatia Tola Phulidumar Tola Khirikol Tola Letabaran Tola Hathia Pathar Tola Jat Kuthia

Frequently Asked Questions about Gurgawan

Where is Gurgawan located?
Gurgawan village is situated in Phulidumar Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurgawan is Rata (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gurgawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurgawan is 1,355, with 670 males and 685 females.
How many households are there in Gurgawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurgawan village has a total of 275 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurgawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurgawan is 35.65%. The male literacy rate is 45.07%, while the female literacy rate is 26.42%.