Gogon - Garhshankar, Hoshiarpur
Gogon is a village situated in the Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district, Punjab. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garhshankar and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Hoshiarpur. Gohgron serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gogon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gogon is 031990. The village covers a total geographical area of 96 hectares and falls under the 144527 pincode. Garhshankar is the nearest town.
Gogon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chabbewal Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gogon
According to the 2011 Census, Gogon village had a total population of 717 people, including 359 males and 358 females, living in 161 households. The sex ratio was 997 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.10%, with male literacy at 88.05% and female literacy at 78.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 301.
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 | 717 | 359 | 358 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 301 | 151 | 150 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 531 | 280 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 79 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Gogon
Gogon 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 Gogon
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Gogon. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Gogon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Hoshiarpur to Gogon is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gogon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gogon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Gogon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gogon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Gogon
Where is Gogon located?
Gogon village is located in Garhshankar Tehsil, Hoshiarpur district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Gogon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gogon is Gohgron.
What is the pincode of Gogon?
The pincode of Gogon is 144527.
What is the population of Gogon?
Gogon had a total population of 717, including 359 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Gogon?
Gogon had 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gogon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gogon was 83.10%. Male literacy was 88.05% and female literacy was 78.19%.