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.

Gurganwan has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Gurganwan

Below is a concise population overview of Gurganwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gurganwan village:

  • The total population of Gurganwan village is around 1,482, including approximately 788 males and 694 females, with a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 241 children aged 0–6 years in Gurganwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gurganwan village has 254 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gurganwan village is about 51.28%, with male literacy at 56.47% and female literacy at 45.39%.
  • There are around 337 households in Gurganwan village.

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.

Chand Mohan Gawandari Hardiya Sisahni Jatwaliya Kharhui Bara Farid Tilahra Kalan Barharwa Telhara Khurd Dostiya Gurhanwa

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%.