Gagahan
Gagahan is a village located in Palampur tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 45km away from district headquarter Palampur. Palampur is the sub-district headquarter of Gagahan village. As per 2009 stats, Tikkar Khas is the gram panchayat of Gagahan village.
Gagahan has its own place in the vibrant Kangra 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 Gagahan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gagahan is 011764. The village spans a total geographical area of 88.77 hectares. Palampur is nearest town to Gagahan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gagahan village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Jaisinghpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kangra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gagahan
Population of Gagahan
Below is a concise population overview of Gagahan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Illiterate Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
No reliable population data is available for Gagahan village.
Connectivity of Gagahan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gagahan. However, as per the 2011 stats, no information about connectivity options was available for Gagahan.
Nearby Villages of Gagahan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gagahan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gagahan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gagahan
- Where is Gagahan located?
- Gagahan village is situated in Palampur Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gagahan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gagahan is Tikkar Khas (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.