Gahwan

Gahwan is a village located in Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 42km away from sub-district headquarter Kala Kote (tehsildar office) and 48km away from district headquarter Rajouri.

Gahwan has its own place in the vibrant Rajouri 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 Gahwan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahwan is 001536. The village spans a total geographical area of 899.2 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 185152. Nowshehra is nearest town to Gahwan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Gahwan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 581 306 275
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 103 60 43
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 162 92 70
Literate Population 272 162 110
Illiterate Population 309 144 165

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

  • The total population of Gahwan village is around 581, including approximately 306 males and 275 females, with a sex ratio of 898 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 103 children aged 0–6 years in Gahwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gahwan village has 162 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gahwan village is about 46.82%, with male literacy at 52.94% and female literacy at 40.00%.
  • There are around 134 households in Gahwan village.

Connectivity of Gahwan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahwan. As per the 2011 stats, Gahwan 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 Gahwan

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gahwan

Where is Gahwan located?
Gahwan village is situated in Kalakote Tehsil, within the Rajouri district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Gahwan?
The pincode of Gahwan is 185152, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahwan is 581, with 306 males and 275 females.
How many households are there in Gahwan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahwan village has a total of 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahwan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahwan is 46.82%. The male literacy rate is 52.94%, while the female literacy rate is 40.00%.