Gagahana - Jawa, Rewa
Gagahana is a village situated in the Jawa tehsil of Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jawa and around 62 km from the district headquarters in Rewa. Bhitauha serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gagahana village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagahana is 465239. The village covers a total geographical area of 125 hectares and falls under the 486447 pincode. Sirmour is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Gagahana village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Gagahana
According to the 2011 Census, Gagahana village had a total population of 373 people, including 194 males and 179 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 923 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.88%, with male literacy at 80.00% and female literacy at 53.25%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 192.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 373 | 194 | 179 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 34 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 192 | 105 | 87 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 210 | 128 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 163 | 66 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Gagahana
Gagahana is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gagahana
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gagahana.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sirmour to Gagahana is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rewa to Gagahana is about 62 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagahana
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagahana village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gagahana
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagahana village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gagahana
Where is Gagahana located?
Gagahana village is located in Jawa Tehsil, Rewa district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gagahana?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagahana is Bhitauha.
What is the pincode of Gagahana?
The pincode of Gagahana is 486447.
What is the population of Gagahana?
Gagahana had a total population of 373, including 194 males and 179 females.
How many households are there in Gagahana?
Gagahana had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagahana?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagahana was 66.88%. Male literacy was 80.00% and female literacy was 53.25%.