Gazikot
Gazikot is a village located in Gurdaspur tehsil of Gurdaspur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Gurdaspur (tehsildar office) and 7km away from district headquarter Gurdaspur. As per 2009 stats, Krishna Nagar is the gram panchayat of Gazikot village.
Here you can discover what makes Gazikot unique in its vibrant Gurdaspur region. You’ll see Gazikot’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 Gazikot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gazikot is 028265. The village spans a total geographical area of 604 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 143530. Gurdaspur is nearest town to Gazikot village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gazikot
Population of Gazikot
According to the 2011 Census, Gazikot has a total population of about 1,972, with approximately 1,003 males and 969 females. The sex ratio is around 966 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 244 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 119 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 71.81%, with male literacy at about 75.47% and female literacy near 68.01%. There are around 374 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gazikot's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,972 | 1,003 | 969 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 244 | 124 | 120 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 61 | 58 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,416 | 757 | 659 |
| Illiterate Population | 556 | 246 | 310 |
Connectivity of Gazikot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gazikot. As per the 2011 stats, Gazikot 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gazikot
Knowing the nearby villages of Gazikot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gazikot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gazikot
- Where is Gazikot located?
- Gazikot village is situated in Gurdaspur Tehsil, within the Gurdaspur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gazikot?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gazikot is Krishna Nagar (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gazikot?
- The pincode of Gazikot is 143530, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gazikot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gazikot is 1,972, with 1,003 males and 969 females.
- How many households are there in Gazikot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gazikot village has a total of 374 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gazikot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gazikot is 71.81%. The male literacy rate is 75.47%, while the female literacy rate is 68.01%.