Gurgawan
About Gurgawan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gurgawan village is 239780. Gurgawan village is located in Shahkund subdivision of Bhagalpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Shahkund (tehsildar office) and 30km away from district headquarter Bhagalpur. As per 2009 stats, Kaswa Kherhi is the gram panchayat of Gurgawan village.
The total geographical area of village is 231 hectares. Gurgawan has a total population of 1,791 peoples, out of which male population is 959 while female population is 832. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 867 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gurgawan village is 47.46% out of which 54.43% males and 39.42% females are literate. There are about 325 houses in gurgawan village.
Bhagalpur is nearest town to gurgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 30km away.
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Population of Gurgawan
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,791 | 959 | 832 |
| Children (0-6) | 412 | 212 | 200 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 265 | 136 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 850 | 522 | 328 |
| Illiterate Population | 941 | 437 | 504 |
Connectivity of Gurgawan
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gurgawan
Where is Gurgawan located?
Gurgawan village is situated in Shahkund Subdivision, within the Bhagalpur district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurgawan is Kaswa Kherhi (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 1,791, with 959 males and 832 females.
How many households are there in Gurgawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gurgawan village has a total of 325 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gurgawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurgawan is 47.46%. The male literacy rate is 54.43%, while the female literacy rate is 39.42%.