Gaggar
Gaggar is a village located in Ajnala tehsil of Amritsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Ajnala (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Amritsar . As per 2009 stats, Gaggar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gaggar unique in its vibrant Ajnala-Amritsar region. You’ll see Gaggar’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 Gaggar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaggar is 037099. The village spans a total geographical area of 204 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143202. Ramdas is nearest town to Gaggar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gaggar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Ajnala Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Amritsar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gaggar
Population of Gaggar
According to the 2011 Census, Gaggar has a total population of about 376, with approximately 198 males and 178 females. The sex ratio is around 898 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 59 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 50 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 42.55%, with male literacy at about 44.44% and female literacy near 40.45%. There are around 72 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaggar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 376 | 198 | 178 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 59 | 27 | 32 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 50 | 26 | 24 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 160 | 88 | 72 |
Illiterate Population | 216 | 110 | 106 |
Connectivity of Gaggar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaggar. As per the 2011 stats, Gaggar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaggar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaggar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaggar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaggar
- Where is Gaggar located?
- Gaggar village is situated in Ajnala Tehsil, within the Amritsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaggar?
- Gaggar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gaggar?
- The pincode of Gaggar is 143202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaggar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaggar is 376, with 198 males and 178 females.
- How many households are there in Gaggar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaggar village has a total of 72 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaggar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaggar is 42.55%. The male literacy rate is 44.44%, while the female literacy rate is 40.45%.