Gurgawn
Gurgawn is a village located in Majhgaon subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 8km away from sub-district headquarter Majhgaon (tehsildar office) and 51km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Baliaposi is the gram panchayat of Gurgawn village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurgawn unique in its vibrant Majhgaon-Pashchimi Singhbhum region. You’ll see Gurgawn’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 Gurgawn
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurgawn is 378522. The village spans a total geographical area of 235 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833214. Majhgaon is nearest town to Gurgawn village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gurgawn
Population of Gurgawn
According to the 2011 Census, Gurgawn has a total population of about 1,447, with approximately 724 males and 723 females. The sex ratio is around 998 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 208 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 448 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 652. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.79%, with male literacy at about 56.77% and female literacy near 40.80%. There are around 303 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurgawn's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,447 | 724 | 723 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 107 | 101 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 448 | 227 | 221 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 652 | 320 | 332 |
| Literate Population | 706 | 411 | 295 |
| Illiterate Population | 741 | 313 | 428 |
Connectivity of Gurgawn
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurgawn. As per the 2011 stats, Gurgawn 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 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurgawn
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurgawn helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurgawn.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurgawn
- Where is Gurgawn located?
- Gurgawn village is situated in Majhgaon Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurgawn?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurgawn is Baliaposi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gurgawn?
- The pincode of Gurgawn is 833214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gurgawn as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurgawn is 1,447, with 724 males and 723 females.
- How many households are there in Gurgawn as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurgawn village has a total of 303 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurgawn as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurgawn is 48.79%. The male literacy rate is 56.77%, while the female literacy rate is 40.80%.