Nagwan
Nagwan is a village located in Gawan subdivision of Giridih district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Gawan (tehsildar office) and 85km away from district headquarter Giridih. As per 2009 stats, Nagwan village is also a gram panchayat.
Nagwan has its own place in the vibrant Giridih 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 Nagwan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Nagwan is 350272. The village spans a total geographical area of 153.23 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 815313. Giridih is nearest town to Nagwan village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Nagwan 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 Nagwan
Population of Nagwan
Below is a concise population overview of Nagwan as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,358 | 2,231 | 2,127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 773 | 392 | 381 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 292 | 163 | 129 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | N/A | 1 |
| Literate Population | 2,459 | 1,511 | 948 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,899 | 720 | 1,179 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Nagwan village:
- The total population of Nagwan village is around 4,358, including approximately 2,231 males and 2,127 females, with a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 773 children aged 0–6 years in Nagwan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Nagwan village has 292 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Nagwan village is about 56.42%, with male literacy at 67.73% and female literacy at 44.57%.
- There are around 652 households in Nagwan village.
Connectivity of Nagwan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Nagwan. As per the 2011 stats, Nagwan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Nagwan
Knowing the nearby villages of Nagwan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Nagwan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Nagwan
- Where is Nagwan located?
- Nagwan village is situated in Gawan Subdivision, within the Giridih district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Nagwan?
- Nagwan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Nagwan?
- The pincode of Nagwan is 815313, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Nagwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Nagwan is 4,358, with 2,231 males and 2,127 females.
- How many households are there in Nagwan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Nagwan village has a total of 652 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Nagwan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Nagwan is 56.42%. The male literacy rate is 67.73%, while the female literacy rate is 44.57%.