Gagar
Gagar is a village located in Mukerian tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Mukerian (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Gagar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gagar unique in its vibrant Mukerian-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Gagar’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 Gagar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gagar is 031264. The village spans a total geographical area of 110 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144214. Mukerian is nearest town to Gagar village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gagar
Population of Gagar
According to the 2011 Census, Gagar has a total population of about 548, with approximately 281 males and 267 females. The sex ratio is around 950 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 57 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 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 79.93%, with male literacy at about 82.92% and female literacy near 76.78%. There are around 114 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gagar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 548 | 281 | 267 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 438 | 233 | 205 |
| Illiterate Population | 110 | 48 | 62 |
Connectivity of Gagar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gagar. As per the 2011 stats, Gagar 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 Gagar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gagar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gagar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gagar
- Where is Gagar located?
- Gagar village is situated in Mukerian Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gagar?
- Gagar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gagar?
- The pincode of Gagar is 144214, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagar is 548, with 281 males and 267 females.
- How many households are there in Gagar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gagar village has a total of 114 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gagar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagar is 79.93%. The male literacy rate is 82.92%, while the female literacy rate is 76.78%.