Gignow - Loharu, Bhiwani
Gignow is a village situated in the Loharu tehsil of Bhiwani district, Haryana. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Loharu and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Bhiwani. Sukhdev Singh Ka Bass serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gignow village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gignow is 061369. The village covers a total geographical area of 1072 hectares and falls under the 127201 pincode. Loharu is the nearest town.
Gignow village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Loharu Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bhiwani-Mahendragarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gignow
According to the 2011 Census, Gignow village had a total population of 2,357 people, including 1,222 males and 1,135 females, living in 431 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.41%, with male literacy at 91.28% and female literacy at 62.90%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 459.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,357 | 1,222 | 1,135 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 294 | 167 | 127 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 459 | 227 | 232 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,597 | 963 | 634 |
| Illiterate Population | 760 | 259 | 501 |
Nearby Villages of Gignow
Gignow is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jhuppa Khurd | North-East | 1.62 km |
| Basirwas | East | 2.03 km |
| Gothra | West | 2.07 km |
| Jhanjhra Toda | North-West | 2.37 km |
| Jhanjhra Sheoran | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Dhani Mansukh | South-West | 3.29 km |
| Barwas | East | 3.72 km |
| Hasanpur | North-West | 4.20 km |
| Singhani | North | 4.34 km |
| Dhani Ahmad | North-West | 5.06 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gignow
Public transport in the Gignow is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Kushal Pura, while the nearest airport is Bhiwani Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 43.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bhiwani to Gignow is about 52 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gignow
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gignow village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gignow
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gignow village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gignow
Where is Gignow located?
Gignow village is located in Loharu Tehsil, Bhiwani district, Haryana, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gignow?
The Gram Panchayat of Gignow is Sukhdev Singh Ka Bass.
What is the pincode of Gignow?
The pincode of Gignow is 127201.
What is the population of Gignow?
Gignow had a total population of 2,357, including 1,222 males and 1,135 females.
How many households are there in Gignow?
Gignow had 431 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gignow?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gignow was 77.41%. Male literacy was 91.28% and female literacy was 62.90%.