Gawan
Gawan is a village located in Gawan subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 87km away from district headquarter Gawan. Gawan is the sub-district headquarter of Gawan village. As per 2009 stats, Gawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gawan unique in its vibrant Gawan-Giridih region. You’ll see Gawan’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Gawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawan is 350208. The village spans a total geographical area of 1878.12 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815313. Giridih is nearest town to Gawan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gawan 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 Dhanwar Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Kodarma Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gawan
Population of Gawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gawan has a total population of about 7,458, with approximately 3,917 males and 3,541 females. The sex ratio is around 904 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 1,442 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 1,053 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 37. The overall literacy rate is approximately 54.06%, with male literacy at about 63.34% and female literacy near 43.80%. There are around 1,295 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 7,458 | 3,917 | 3,541 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,442 | 742 | 700 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,053 | 543 | 510 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 37 | 16 | 21 |
| Literate Population | 4,032 | 2,481 | 1,551 |
| Illiterate Population | 3,426 | 1,436 | 1,990 |
Connectivity of Gawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawan. As per the 2011 stats, Gawan 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawan
- Where is Gawan located?
- Gawan village is situated in Gawan Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawan?
- Gawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gawan?
- The pincode of Gawan is 815313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawan is 7,458, with 3,917 males and 3,541 females.
- How many households are there in Gawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawan village has a total of 1,295 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawan is 54.06%. The male literacy rate is 63.34%, while the female literacy rate is 43.80%.