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.
Here you can discover what makes Gogon unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Gogon’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 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.
Google Map of Gogon
Population of Gogon
According to the 2011 Census, Gogon has a total population of about 717, with approximately 359 males and 358 females. The sex ratio is around 997 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 78 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 301 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 74.06%, with male literacy at about 77.99% and female literacy near 70.11%. There are around 161 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gogon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | 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) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 531 | 280 | 251 |
| Illiterate Population | 186 | 79 | 107 |
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.
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%.