Gagwal
About Gagwal
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gagwal village is 008379. Gagwal village is located in Nurpur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 75km away from district headquarter Nurpur. Nurpur is the sub-district headquarter of Gagwal village. As per 2009 stats, Gagwal village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 131.36 hectares. Gagwal has a total population of 671 peoples, out of which male population is 333 while female population is 338. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1015 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gagwal village is 71.39% out of which 77.78% males and 65.09% females are literate. There are about 130 houses in gagwal village. Pincode of gagwal village locality is 176204.
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. Pathankot 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 | 671 | 333 | 338 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 87 | 37 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 297 | 148 | 149 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 65 | 36 | 29 |
| Literate Population | 479 | 259 | 220 |
| Illiterate Population | 192 | 74 | 118 |
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 Nurpur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagwal?
Gagwal serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gagwal?
The pincode of Gagwal is 176204, 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 671, with 333 males and 338 females.
How many households are there in Gagwal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gagwal village has a total of 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagwal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagwal is 71.39%. The male literacy rate is 77.78%, while the female literacy rate is 65.09%.