Gorgawan
Gorgawan is a village located in Sugauli subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Sugauli (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Mali is the gram panchayat of Gorgawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorgawan unique in its vibrant Sugauli-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Gorgawan’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 Gorgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorgawan is 217643. The village spans a total geographical area of 49.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 845456. Sugauli is nearest town to Gorgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 6km away.
Google Map of Gorgawan
Population of Gorgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gorgawan has a total population of about 2,187, with approximately 1,152 males and 1,035 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 504 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 24.46%, with male literacy at about 31.60% and female literacy near 16.52%. There are around 446 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,187 | 1,152 | 1,035 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 504 | 271 | 233 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 535 | 364 | 171 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,652 | 788 | 864 |
Connectivity of Gorgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Gorgawan 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 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorgawan
- Where is Gorgawan located?
- Gorgawan village is situated in Sugauli Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorgawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorgawan is Mali (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorgawan?
- The pincode of Gorgawan is 845456, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorgawan is 2,187, with 1,152 males and 1,035 females.
- How many households are there in Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorgawan village has a total of 446 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorgawan is 24.46%. The male literacy rate is 31.60%, while the female literacy rate is 16.52%.