Gurgoan
Gurgoan is a village located in Handia tehsil of Allahabad district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Handia (tehsildar office) and 50km away from district headquarter Allahabad.
Here you can discover what makes Gurgoan unique in its vibrant Handia-Allahabad region. You’ll see Gurgoan’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 Gurgoan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurgoan is 162577. The village spans a total geographical area of 124.41 hectares. Allahabad is nearest town to Gurgoan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 50km away.
Google Map of Gurgoan
Population of Gurgoan
According to the 2011 Census, Gurgoan has a total population of about 1,426, with approximately 674 males and 752 females. The sex ratio is around 1115 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 169 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 55.05%, with male literacy at about 68.99% and female literacy near 42.55%. There are around 224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurgoan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,426 | 674 | 752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 112 | 126 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 169 | 84 | 85 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 785 | 465 | 320 |
| Illiterate Population | 641 | 209 | 432 |
Connectivity of Gurgoan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurgoan. However, as per the 2011 stats, no information about connectivity options was available for Gurgoan.
Nearby Villages of Gurgoan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurgoan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurgoan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurgoan
- Where is Gurgoan located?
- Gurgoan village is situated in Handia Tehsil, within the Allahabad district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the population of Gurgoan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurgoan is 1,426, with 674 males and 752 females.
- How many households are there in Gurgoan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurgoan village has a total of 224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurgoan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurgoan is 55.05%. The male literacy rate is 68.99%, while the female literacy rate is 42.55%.