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.

Gaonkhap has its own place in the vibrant Palamu 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 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.

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Population of Gaonkhap

Below is a concise population overview of Gaonkhap as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaonkhap village:

  • The total population of Gaonkhap village is around 381, including approximately 200 males and 181 females, with a sex ratio of 905 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 44 children aged 0–6 years in Gaonkhap village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gaonkhap village has 338 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gaonkhap village is about 66.93%, with male literacy at 73.50% and female literacy at 59.67%.
  • There are around 60 households in Gaonkhap village.

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.

Birgain Rupnaraenpur Araji Teta Alias Pokhar Araji Sinduria Araji Birgain Chankar Gopal Khaira Takea Alinagar Akhauri Khap Nemhat

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%.