Gurgawan - Phulparas, Madhubani
Gurgawan is a village situated in the Phulparas subdivision of Madhubani district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phulparas and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Madhubani. Ram Nagar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gurgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gurgawan is 220099. The village covers a total geographical area of 290.1 hectares and falls under the 847409 pincode. Ghoghardiha is the nearest town, located about 10 km away.
Gurgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phulparas Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhanjharpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gurgawan
As per Census 2011, Gurgawan village has a total population of 2,874 people, consisting of 1,464 males and 1,410 females. The village has 608 households and a sex ratio of 963 females per 1,000 males. There are 556 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,348 literate and 1,526 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gurgawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,874 | 1,464 | 1,410 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 556 | 274 | 282 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 46 | 35 |
| Literate Population | 1,348 | 869 | 479 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,526 | 595 | 931 |
Nearby Villages of Gurgawan
Gurgawan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Bathnaha | South-West | 1.43 km |
| Phulparas | North | 2.07 km |
| Ramnagar | East | 2.29 km |
| Barhampur | West | 2.62 km |
| Musharnia | South-East | 3.62 km |
| Goriari | North-West | 3.78 km |
| Parsa | South-East | 3.83 km |
| Barhi | North | 3.88 km |
| Hulaspatti | South-West | 4.31 km |
| Bhabtiahi | East | 4.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gurgawan
The nearest railway station is Ghogardiha, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 98.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ghoghardiha to Gurgawan is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Madhubani to Gurgawan is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
FAQs about Gurgawan
Where is Gurgawan located?
Gurgawan village is located in Phulparas Subdivision, Madhubani district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gurgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gurgawan is Ram Nagar.
What is the pincode of Gurgawan?
The pincode of Gurgawan is 847409.
What is the population of Gurgawan?
Gurgawan has a total population of 2,874, including 1,464 males and 1,410 females.
How many households are there in Gurgawan?
There are 608 households in Gurgawan.
What is the literacy rate in Gurgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gurgawan is 46.90%. Male literacy is 59.36% and female literacy is 33.97%.