Gagan
About Gagan
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gagan village is 014929. Gagan village is located in Bali Chowki tehsil of Mandi district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 83km away from district headquarter Bali Chowki. Bali Chowki is the sub-district headquarter of Gagan village. As per 2009 stats, Muraha is the gram panchayat of Gagan village.
The total geographical area of village is 112 hectares. Gagan has a total population of 485 peoples, out of which male population is 250 while female population is 235. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 940 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gagan village is 65.98% out of which 80.00% males and 51.06% females are literate. There are about 77 houses in gagan village. Pincode of gagan village locality is 175121.
When it comes to administration, Gagan 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, Gagan village comes under Seraj Vidhan Sabha constituency & Mandi Lok Sabha constituency. Mandi is nearest town to gagan village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gagan
The population details of Gagan 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 | 485 | 250 | 235 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 169 | 87 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 320 | 200 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 165 | 50 | 115 |
Connectivity of Gagan
| 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 Gagan
Where is Gagan located?
Gagan village is situated in Bali Chowki Tehsil, within the Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagan is Muraha (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gagan?
The pincode of Gagan is 175121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagan is 485, with 250 males and 235 females.
How many households are there in Gagan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gagan village has a total of 77 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagan is 65.98%. The male literacy rate is 80.00%, while the female literacy rate is 51.06%.