Gawan
Gawan is a village located in Khurja tehsil of Bulandshahr district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Khurja (tehsildar office) and 32km away from district headquarter Bulandshahr. As per 2009 stats, Gawan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gawan unique in its vibrant Khurja-Bulandshahr region. You’ll see Gawan’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 Gawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gawan is 121552. The village spans a total geographical area of 399.48 hectares. Khurja is nearest town to Gawan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Gawan
Population of Gawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gawan has a total population of about 1,117, with approximately 618 males and 499 females. The sex ratio is around 807 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 134 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 227 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 64.01%, with male literacy at about 71.84% and female literacy near 54.31%. There are around 224 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,117 | 618 | 499 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 134 | 73 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 118 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 715 | 444 | 271 |
| Illiterate Population | 402 | 174 | 228 |
Connectivity of Gawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gawan. As per the 2011 stats, Gawan had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gawan
- Where is Gawan located?
- Gawan village is situated in Khurja Tehsil, within the Bulandshahr district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gawan?
- Gawan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gawan is 1,117, with 618 males and 499 females.
- How many households are there in Gawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gawan village has a total of 224 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gawan is 64.01%. The male literacy rate is 71.84%, while the female literacy rate is 54.31%.