Gagrian

Gagrian is a village located in Mandi tehsil of Punch district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Mandi (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Punch. As per 2009 stats, Gagrian Chool is the gram panchayat of Gagrian village.

Gagrian has its own place in the vibrant Punch 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 Gagrian

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gagrian is 001146. The village spans a total geographical area of 2448 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185102. Punch is nearest town to Gagrian village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.

When it comes to local governance, Gagrian 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 Poonch Haveli Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jammu Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gagrian

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 5,127 2,644 2,483
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 966 517 449
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 512 264 248
Literate Population 2,174 1,540 634
Illiterate Population 2,953 1,104 1,849

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

  • The total population of Gagrian village is around 5,127, including approximately 2,644 males and 2,483 females, with a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 966 children aged 0–6 years in Gagrian village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gagrian village has 512 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gagrian village is about 42.40%, with male literacy at 58.25% and female literacy at 25.53%.
  • There are around 1,115 households in Gagrian village.

Connectivity of Gagrian

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

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

Nearby Villages of Gagrian

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

Chilla Seroi Danugam Chhambar Kanaria Sawajian Loran Brachhar Markote Dedar Balnai Jalian Atoli

Frequently Asked Questions about Gagrian

Where is Gagrian located?
Gagrian village is situated in Mandi Tehsil, within the Punch district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagrian?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagrian is Gagrian Chool (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gagrian?
The pincode of Gagrian is 185102, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gagrian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagrian is 5,127, with 2,644 males and 2,483 females.
How many households are there in Gagrian as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gagrian village has a total of 1,115 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagrian as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagrian is 42.40%. The male literacy rate is 58.25%, while the female literacy rate is 25.53%.