Gorgawan
Gorgawan is a village located in Mahagama subdivision of Godda district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Mahagama (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Godda. As per 2009 stats, Garih is the gram panchayat of Gorgawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gorgawan unique in its vibrant Mahagama-Godda region. You’ll see Gorgawan’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 Gorgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gorgawan is 356508. The village spans a total geographical area of 131.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 814154. Mahagama is nearest town to Gorgawan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gorgawan
Population of Gorgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gorgawan has a total population of about 1,865, with approximately 966 males and 899 females. The sex ratio is around 930 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 386 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 368 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 34.80%, with male literacy at about 39.65% and female literacy near 29.59%. There are around 279 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gorgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,865 | 966 | 899 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 203 | 183 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 368 | 203 | 165 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 649 | 383 | 266 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,216 | 583 | 633 |
Connectivity of Gorgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gorgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Gorgawan 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gorgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gorgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gorgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gorgawan
- Where is Gorgawan located?
- Gorgawan village is situated in Mahagama Subdivision, within the Godda district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gorgawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gorgawan is Garih (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gorgawan?
- The pincode of Gorgawan is 814154, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gorgawan is 1,865, with 966 males and 899 females.
- How many households are there in Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gorgawan village has a total of 279 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gorgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gorgawan is 34.80%. The male literacy rate is 39.65%, while the female literacy rate is 29.59%.