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.
Here you can discover what makes Gagon unique in its vibrant Chamkaur Sahib-Rupnagar region. You’ll see Gagon’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 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.
Google Map of Gagon
Population of Gagon
According to the 2011 Census, Gagon has a total population of about 650, with approximately 337 males and 313 females. The sex ratio is around 928 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 64 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 373 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 76.00%, with male literacy at about 80.42% and female literacy near 71.25%. There are around 130 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gagon's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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.
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%.