Gaonkhap
Gaonkhap is a village located in Hussainabad subdivision of Palamu district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Hussainabad (tehsildar office) and 84km away from district headquarter Palamu. As per 2009 stats, Kosi is the gram panchayat of Gaonkhap village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaonkhap unique in its vibrant Hussainabad-Palamu region. You’ll see Gaonkhap’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 Gaonkhap
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaonkhap is 365076. The village spans a total geographical area of 73.48 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822116. Hussainabad is nearest town to Gaonkhap village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gaonkhap
Population of Gaonkhap
According to the 2011 Census, Gaonkhap has a total population of about 381, with approximately 200 males and 181 females. The sex ratio is around 905 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 44 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 338 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 66.93%, with male literacy at about 73.50% and female literacy near 59.67%. There are around 60 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaonkhap's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 200 | 181 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 44 | 26 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 338 | 177 | 161 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 255 | 147 | 108 |
| Illiterate Population | 126 | 53 | 73 |
Connectivity of Gaonkhap
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaonkhap. As per the 2011 stats, Gaonkhap had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaonkhap
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaonkhap helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaonkhap.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaonkhap
- Where is Gaonkhap located?
- Gaonkhap village is situated in Hussainabad Subdivision, within the Palamu district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaonkhap?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaonkhap is Kosi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gaonkhap?
- The pincode of Gaonkhap is 822116, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaonkhap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaonkhap is 381, with 200 males and 181 females.
- How many households are there in Gaonkhap as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaonkhap village has a total of 60 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaonkhap as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaonkhap is 66.93%. The male literacy rate is 73.50%, while the female literacy rate is 59.67%.