Gagwal
About Gagwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gagwal village is 008795. Gagwal village is located in Indora tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 124km away from district headquarter Indora. Indora is the sub-district headquarter of Gagwal village. As per 2009 stats, Bakrarwan is the gram panchayat of Gagwal village.
The total geographical area of village is 175.15 hectares. Gagwal has a total population of 791 peoples, out of which male population is 413 while female population is 378. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 915 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gagwal village is 73.20% out of which 77.00% males and 69.05% females are literate. There are about 154 houses in gagwal village. Pincode of gagwal village locality is 176403.
When it comes to administration, Gagwal village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gagwal village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Mukerian is nearest town to gagwal village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gagwal
The population details of Gagwal cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 791 | 413 | 378 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 89 | 52 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 176 | 95 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 28 | 19 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 579 | 318 | 261 |
| Illiterate Population | 212 | 95 | 117 |
Connectivity of Gagwal
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gagwal
Where is Gagwal located?
Gagwal village is situated in Indora Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagwal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagwal is Bakrarwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gagwal?
The pincode of Gagwal is 176403, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gagwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagwal is 791, with 413 males and 378 females.
How many households are there in Gagwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gagwal village has a total of 154 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagwal is 73.20%. The male literacy rate is 77.00%, while the female literacy rate is 69.05%.