Gawan Khap
Gawan Khap is a village located in Sherghati subdivision of Gaya district in Bihar, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Sherghati (tehsildar office) and 57km away from district headquarter Gaya. As per 2009 stats, Bela is the gram panchayat of Gawan Khap village.
Here you can discover what makes Gawan Khap unique in its vibrant Sherghati-Gaya region. You’ll see Gawan Khap’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 Gawan Khap
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawan Khap is 256309. The village spans a total geographical area of 210 hectares. Sherghati is nearest town to Gawan Khap village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.
Google Map of Gawan Khap
Population of Gawan Khap
According to the 2011 Census, Gawan Khap has a total population of about 1,912, with approximately 979 males and 933 females. The sex ratio is around 953 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 291 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 696 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 47.02%, with male literacy at about 53.93% and female literacy near 39.76%. There are around 291 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawan Khap's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,912 | 979 | 933 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 291 | 147 | 144 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 696 | 355 | 341 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 899 | 528 | 371 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,013 | 451 | 562 |
Connectivity of Gawan Khap
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawan Khap. As per the 2011 stats, Gawan Khap 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawan Khap
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawan Khap helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawan Khap.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawan Khap
- Where is Gawan Khap located?
- Gawan Khap village is situated in Sherghati Subdivision, within the Gaya district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawan Khap?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gawan Khap is Bela (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gawan Khap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawan Khap is 1,912, with 979 males and 933 females.
- How many households are there in Gawan Khap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawan Khap village has a total of 291 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawan Khap as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawan Khap is 47.02%. The male literacy rate is 53.93%, while the female literacy rate is 39.76%.