Gahun
About Gahun
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gahun village is 032410. Gahun village is located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 26km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Gahun village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 351 hectares. Gahun has a total population of 1,228 peoples, out of which male population is 639 while female population is 589. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 921 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gahun village is 69.06% out of which 73.71% males and 64.01% females are literate. There are about 256 houses in gahun village. Pincode of gahun village locality is 144521.
Balachaur is nearest town to gahun village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gahun
The population details of Gahun cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,228 | 639 | 589 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 122 | 65 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 407 | 203 | 204 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 848 | 471 | 377 |
| Illiterate Population | 380 | 168 | 212 |
Connectivity of Gahun
| 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 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gahun
Where is Gahun located?
Gahun village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahun?
Gahun serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gahun?
The pincode of Gahun is 144521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gahun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahun is 1,228, with 639 males and 589 females.
How many households are there in Gahun as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahun village has a total of 256 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahun as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahun is 69.06%. The male literacy rate is 73.71%, while the female literacy rate is 64.01%.