Gurganwan
Gurganwan is a village located in Dhaka subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaka (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Chandanbara is the gram panchayat of Gurganwan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurganwan unique in its vibrant Dhaka-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Gurganwan’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 Gurganwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurganwan is 217818. The village spans a total geographical area of 158 hectares. Dhaka is nearest town to Gurganwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Gurganwan
Population of Gurganwan
According to the 2011 Census, Gurganwan has a total population of about 1,482, with approximately 788 males and 694 females. The sex ratio is around 880 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 241 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 254 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 51.28%, with male literacy at about 56.47% and female literacy near 45.39%. There are around 337 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurganwan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,482 | 788 | 694 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 241 | 139 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 254 | 136 | 118 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 760 | 445 | 315 |
| Illiterate Population | 722 | 343 | 379 |
Connectivity of Gurganwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurganwan. As per the 2011 stats, Gurganwan 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 Gurganwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurganwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurganwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurganwan
- Where is Gurganwan located?
- Gurganwan village is situated in Dhaka Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurganwan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurganwan is Chandanbara (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gurganwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurganwan is 1,482, with 788 males and 694 females.
- How many households are there in Gurganwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurganwan village has a total of 337 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurganwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurganwan is 51.28%. The male literacy rate is 56.47%, while the female literacy rate is 45.39%.