Gan

Gan is a village located in Reasi tehsil of Reasi district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 18km away from Reasi, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gan village.

Gan has its own place in the vibrant Reasi 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 Gan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gan is 005316. The village spans a total geographical area of 666.1 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 182311. Reasi is nearest town to Gan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Gan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 717 369 348
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 112 72 40
Scheduled Castes (SC) 220 111 109
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 157 83 74
Literate Population 393 229 164
Illiterate Population 324 140 184

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

  • The total population of Gan village is around 717, including approximately 369 males and 348 females, with a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 112 children aged 0–6 years in Gan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gan village has 220 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 157 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gan village is about 54.81%, with male literacy at 62.06% and female literacy at 47.13%.
  • There are around 144 households in Gan village.

Connectivity of Gan

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gan. As per the 2011 stats, Gan 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 village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gan

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

Kans Khasan Patta Kharal Nagar Kolsar Dhanwan Salona Daroon Pouni Kulhar Kanah

Frequently Asked Questions about Gan

Where is Gan located?
Gan village is situated in Reasi Tehsil, within the Reasi district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
What is the pincode of Gan?
The pincode of Gan is 182311, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gan is 717, with 369 males and 348 females.
How many households are there in Gan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gan village has a total of 144 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gan is 54.81%. The male literacy rate is 62.06%, while the female literacy rate is 47.13%.