Gagal

Gagal is a village located in Kupwara tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 13km away from Kupwara, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gagal village. As per 2009 stats, Gagal B is the gram panchayat of Gagal village.

Gagal has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara 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 Gagal

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gagal is 000042. The village spans a total geographical area of 481.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 193223. Kupwara is nearest town to Gagal village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 13km away.

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Population of Gagal

Below is a concise population overview of Gagal as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,555 2,904 2,651
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 1,502 809 693
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2,801 1,482 1,319
Literate Population 1,959 1,143 816
Illiterate Population 3,596 1,761 1,835

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gagal village:

  • The total population of Gagal village is around 5,555, including approximately 2,904 males and 2,651 females, with a sex ratio of 912 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 1,502 children aged 0–6 years in Gagal village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gagal village has 2,801 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gagal village is about 35.27%, with male literacy at 39.36% and female literacy at 30.78%.
  • There are around 732 households in Gagal village.

Connectivity of Gagal

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gagal. As per the 2011 stats, Gagal had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gagal

Knowing the nearby villages of Gagal helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gagal.

Sogam Tung Check Gung Bug Krohsan Putushy Wavoora Sorigam Khanti Pora Doni Wari Cheeri Koot Gundi Jahangeer

Frequently Asked Questions about Gagal

Where is Gagal located?
Gagal village is situated in Kupwara Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagal?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagal is Gagal B (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gagal?
The pincode of Gagal is 193223, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gagal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagal is 5,555, with 2,904 males and 2,651 females.
How many households are there in Gagal as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gagal village has a total of 732 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagal as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagal is 35.27%. The male literacy rate is 39.36%, while the female literacy rate is 30.78%.