Gagwana
Gagwana is a village located in Mahwa tehsil of Dausa district in Rajasthan, India. It is situated 10km away from sub-district headquarter Mahwa (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Dausa. As per 2009 stats, Gagwana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gagwana unique in its vibrant Mahwa-Dausa region. You’ll see Gagwana’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 Gagwana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gagwana is 078212. The village spans a total geographical area of 395 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 321608. Dausa is nearest town to Gagwana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gagwana 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 Mahuwa Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Dausa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gagwana
Population of Gagwana
According to the 2011 Census, Gagwana has a total population of about 1,884, with approximately 1,007 males and 877 females. The sex ratio is around 870 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 303 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 475 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,079. The overall literacy rate is approximately 55.68%, with male literacy at about 69.02% and female literacy near 40.36%. There are around 312 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gagwana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,884 | 1,007 | 877 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 303 | 170 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 252 | 223 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,079 | 570 | 509 |
| Literate Population | 1,049 | 695 | 354 |
| Illiterate Population | 835 | 312 | 523 |
Connectivity of Gagwana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gagwana. As per the 2011 stats, Gagwana 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 Gagwana
Knowing the nearby villages of Gagwana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gagwana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gagwana
- Where is Gagwana located?
- Gagwana village is situated in Mahwa Tehsil, within the Dausa district of Rajasthan, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gagwana?
- Gagwana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gagwana?
- The pincode of Gagwana is 321608, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gagwana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagwana is 1,884, with 1,007 males and 877 females.
- How many households are there in Gagwana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gagwana village has a total of 312 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gagwana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagwana is 55.68%. The male literacy rate is 69.02%, while the female literacy rate is 40.36%.