Gorgawan - Bashant Rai*, Godda
Gorgawan is a village situated in the Bashant Rai* subdivision of Godda district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bashant Rai and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Godda. Raha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gorgawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gorgawan is 357039. The village covers a total geographical area of 85 hectares and falls under the 814155 pincode.
Gorgawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Gorgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gorgawan village had a total population of 697 people, including 381 males and 316 females, living in 139 households. The sex ratio was 829 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 35.56%, with male literacy at 43.75% and female literacy at 26.19%.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 697 | 381 | 316 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 157 | 93 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 192 | 126 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 505 | 255 | 250 |
Nearby Villages of Gorgawan
Gorgawan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gorgawan
Gorgawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Godda to Gorgawan is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gorgawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gorgawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gorgawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gorgawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Gorgawan
Where is Gorgawan located?
Gorgawan village is located in Bashant Rai* Subdivision, Godda district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gorgawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Gorgawan is Raha.
What is the pincode of Gorgawan?
The pincode of Gorgawan is 814155.
What is the population of Gorgawan?
Gorgawan had a total population of 697, including 381 males and 316 females.
How many households are there in Gorgawan?
Gorgawan had 139 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gorgawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gorgawan was 35.56%. Male literacy was 43.75% and female literacy was 26.19%.