Gogon

Gogon is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 42km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Gohgron is the gram panchayat of Gogon village.

Gogon has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur 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 Gogon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gogon is 031990. The village spans a total geographical area of 96 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 411069. Garhshankar is nearest town to Gogon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gogon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 717 359 358
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 78 41 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 301 151 150
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 531 280 251
Illiterate Population 186 79 107

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

  • The total population of Gogon village is around 717, including approximately 359 males and 358 females, with a sex ratio of 997 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 78 children aged 0–6 years in Gogon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gogon village has 301 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gogon village is about 74.06%, with male literacy at 77.99% and female literacy at 70.11%.
  • There are around 161 households in Gogon village.

Connectivity of Gogon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gogon. As per the 2011 stats, Gogon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gogon

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

Panam Darapur Denowal Khurd Ibrahimpur Bagwain Mehtabpur Dugri Matton Garhi Pahlewal Sadhowal

Frequently Asked Questions about Gogon

Where is Gogon located?
Gogon village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gogon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gogon is Gohgron (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gogon?
The pincode of Gogon is 411069, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gogon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gogon is 717, with 359 males and 358 females.
How many households are there in Gogon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gogon village has a total of 161 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gogon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gogon is 74.06%. The male literacy rate is 77.99%, while the female literacy rate is 70.11%.