Ghagwan
About Ghagwan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Ghagwan village is 008729. Ghagwan village is located in Indora tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 94km away from district headquarter Indora. Indora is the sub-district headquarter of Ghagwan village. As per 2009 stats, Surdwan is the gram panchayat of Ghagwan village.
The total geographical area of village is 402.93 hectares. Ghagwan has a total population of 739 peoples, out of which male population is 379 while female population is 360. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 949 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of ghagwan village is 74.83% out of which 76.25% males and 73.33% females are literate. There are about 148 houses in ghagwan village. Pincode of ghagwan village locality is 176401.
When it comes to administration, Ghagwan 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, Ghagwan village comes under Indora Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Pathankot is nearest town to ghagwan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Ghagwan
The population details of Ghagwan 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 | 739 | 379 | 360 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 93 | 54 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 305 | 157 | 148 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 553 | 289 | 264 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 90 | 96 |
Connectivity of Ghagwan
| 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 Ghagwan
Where is Ghagwan located?
Ghagwan village is situated in Indora Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghagwan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghagwan is Surdwan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Ghagwan?
The pincode of Ghagwan is 176401, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Ghagwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghagwan is 739, with 379 males and 360 females.
How many households are there in Ghagwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghagwan village has a total of 148 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghagwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghagwan is 74.83%. The male literacy rate is 76.25%, while the female literacy rate is 73.33%.