Gagon

Gagon is a village located in Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Chamkaur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Gaggon is the gram panchayat of Gagon village.

Gagon has its own place in the vibrant Rupnagar 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 Gagon

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gagon is 038857. The village spans a total geographical area of 243 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140111. Chamkaur Sahib is nearest town to Gagon village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gagon

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 650 337 313
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 64 35 29
Scheduled Castes (SC) 373 190 183
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 494 271 223
Illiterate Population 156 66 90

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

  • The total population of Gagon village is around 650, including approximately 337 males and 313 females, with a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 64 children aged 0–6 years in Gagon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gagon village has 373 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gagon village is about 76.00%, with male literacy at 80.42% and female literacy at 71.25%.
  • There are around 130 households in Gagon village.

Connectivity of Gagon

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gagon. As per the 2011 stats, Gagon 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 Gagon

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gagon

Where is Gagon located?
Gagon village is situated in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagon?
The Gram Panchayat of Gagon is Gaggon (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gagon?
The pincode of Gagon is 140111, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gagon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagon is 650, with 337 males and 313 females.
How many households are there in Gagon as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gagon village has a total of 130 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagon as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagon is 76.00%. The male literacy rate is 80.42%, while the female literacy rate is 71.25%.