Gaggar
Gaggar is a village located in Malout tehsil of Muktsar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Malout (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Muktsar. As per 2009 stats, Gaggar village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gaggar unique in its vibrant Malout-Muktsar region. You’ll see Gaggar’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 Gaggar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaggar is 035311. The village spans a total geographical area of 717 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 152113. Dabwali is nearest town to Gaggar village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gaggar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Lambi Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bathinda Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gaggar
Population of Gaggar
According to the 2011 Census, Gaggar has a total population of about 2,069, with approximately 1,091 males and 978 females. The sex ratio is around 896 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 262 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 960 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 51.09%, with male literacy at about 56.83% and female literacy near 44.68%. There are around 392 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaggar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,069 | 1,091 | 978 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 262 | 145 | 117 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 960 | 510 | 450 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,057 | 620 | 437 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,012 | 471 | 541 |
Connectivity of Gaggar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaggar. As per the 2011 stats, Gaggar 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaggar
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaggar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaggar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaggar
- Where is Gaggar located?
- Gaggar village is situated in Malout Tehsil, within the Muktsar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaggar?
- Gaggar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gaggar?
- The pincode of Gaggar is 152113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaggar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaggar is 2,069, with 1,091 males and 978 females.
- How many households are there in Gaggar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaggar village has a total of 392 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaggar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaggar is 51.09%. The male literacy rate is 56.83%, while the female literacy rate is 44.68%.