Gargaon

Gargaon is a village located in Potka subdivision of Purbi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 40km away from district headquarter Potka. Potka is the sub-district headquarter of Gargaon village. As per 2009 stats, Gwalkanta is the gram panchayat of Gargaon village.

Gargaon has its own place in the vibrant Purbi Singhbhum 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 Gargaon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gargaon is 363802. The village spans a total geographical area of 298.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 831002. Potka is nearest town to Gargaon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gargaon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,327 665 662
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 198 104 94
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 715 340 375
Literate Population 634 390 244
Illiterate Population 693 275 418

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

  • The total population of Gargaon village is around 1,327, including approximately 665 males and 662 females, with a sex ratio of 995 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 198 children aged 0–6 years in Gargaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gargaon village has 715 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gargaon village is about 47.78%, with male literacy at 58.65% and female literacy at 36.86%.
  • There are around 304 households in Gargaon village.

Connectivity of Gargaon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gargaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gargaon 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gargaon

Knowing the nearby villages of Gargaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gargaon.

Daduyakocha Hitbasa Telaidi Sadedi Goalkata Mohanadi Porsa Ranijor Butgora Dhanguriya Jamdi Alias Baruda

Frequently Asked Questions about Gargaon

Where is Gargaon located?
Gargaon village is situated in Potka Subdivision, within the Purbi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gargaon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gargaon is Gwalkanta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gargaon?
The pincode of Gargaon is 831002, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gargaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gargaon is 1,327, with 665 males and 662 females.
How many households are there in Gargaon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gargaon village has a total of 304 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gargaon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gargaon is 47.78%. The male literacy rate is 58.65%, while the female literacy rate is 36.86%.