Gurgawan
Gurgawan is a village located in Minapur subdivision of Muzaffarpur district in Bihar, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Minapur (tehsildar office) and 36km away from district headquarter Muzaffarpur. As per 2009 stats, Gorigama is the gram panchayat of Gurgawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurgawan unique in its vibrant Minapur-Muzaffarpur region. You’ll see Gurgawan’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 Gurgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurgawan is 228814. The village spans a total geographical area of 195 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 843126. Muzaffarpur is nearest town to Gurgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 36km away.
Google Map of Gurgawan
Population of Gurgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gurgawan has a total population of about 4,480, with approximately 2,347 males and 2,133 females. The sex ratio is around 908 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 804 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 650 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 49.17%, with male literacy at about 54.92% and female literacy near 42.85%. There are around 853 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,480 | 2,347 | 2,133 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 804 | 422 | 382 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 650 | 331 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 2,203 | 1,289 | 914 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,277 | 1,058 | 1,219 |
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 village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| 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.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurgawan
- Where is Gurgawan located?
- Gurgawan village is situated in Minapur Subdivision, within the Muzaffarpur district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurgawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurgawan is Gorigama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurgawan?
- The pincode of Gurgawan is 843126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurgawan is 4,480, with 2,347 males and 2,133 females.
- How many households are there in Gurgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurgawan village has a total of 853 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurgawan is 49.17%. The male literacy rate is 54.92%, while the female literacy rate is 42.85%.