Gahun

Gahun is a village 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.

Gahun has its own place in the vibrant Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar 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 Gahun

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahun is 032410. The village spans a total geographical area of 351 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144521. Balachaur is nearest town to Gahun village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Gahun

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,228 639 589
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 122 65 57
Scheduled Castes (SC) 407 203 204
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 848 471 377
Illiterate Population 380 168 212

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

  • The total population of Gahun village is around 1,228, including approximately 639 males and 589 females, with a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 122 children aged 0–6 years in Gahun village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gahun village has 407 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gahun village is about 69.06%, with male literacy at 73.71% and female literacy at 64.01%.
  • There are around 256 households in Gahun village.

Connectivity of Gahun

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahun. As per the 2011 stats, Gahun 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gahun

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

Chahal Jalalpur Kamalpur Fatehgarh Alias Sudha Majra Lohat Bulewal Roohno Jogewal Nangli Udhanwal Rattewal

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%.