Gorgawan

Gorgawan is a village located in Mahnar subdivision of Vaishali district in Bihar, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Mahnar (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Hajipur. As per 2009 stats, Gorigama is the gram panchayat of Gorgawan village.

Gorgawan has its own place in the vibrant Vaishali 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 Gorgawan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorgawan is 236121. The village spans a total geographical area of 280 hectares. Mahanar is nearest town to Gorgawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 8km away.

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Population of Gorgawan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,720 1,325 1,395
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 550 285 265
Scheduled Castes (SC) 289 119 170
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,385 786 599
Illiterate Population 1,335 539 796

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

  • The total population of Gorgawan village is around 2,720, including approximately 1,325 males and 1,395 females, with a sex ratio of 1052 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 550 children aged 0–6 years in Gorgawan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gorgawan village has 289 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gorgawan village is about 50.92%, with male literacy at 59.32% and female literacy at 42.94%.
  • There are around 437 households in Gorgawan village.

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 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.

Phatikwara Harpur Phatikwara Jagarnathpur Bhatgaon Urf Fatehpur Bhagwan Darabpur Shahpur Panapur Pehni Kutubpur Lawapur Harnarayan Salempur Lawapur Mahnar

Frequently Asked Questions about Gorgawan

Where is Gorgawan located?
Gorgawan village is situated in Mahnar Subdivision, within the Vaishali district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gorgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorgawan is Gorigama (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorgawan is 2,720, with 1,325 males and 1,395 females.
How many households are there in Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gorgawan village has a total of 437 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorgawan is 50.92%. The male literacy rate is 59.32%, while the female literacy rate is 42.94%.