Gahana
Gahana is a village located in Khajni tehsil of Gorakhpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 6km away from sub-district headquarter Khajni (tehsildar office) and 24km away from district headquarter Gorakhpur. As per 2009 stats, Gahana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gahana unique in its vibrant Khajni-Gorakhpur region. You’ll see Gahana’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 Gahana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahana is 186887. The village spans a total geographical area of 99.31 hectares. Gorakhpur is nearest town to Gahana village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
Google Map of Gahana
Population of Gahana
According to the 2011 Census, Gahana has a total population of about 1,437, with approximately 726 males and 711 females. The sex ratio is around 979 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 181 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 267 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 62.28%, with male literacy at about 74.24% and female literacy near 50.07%. There are around 187 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,437 | 726 | 711 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 181 | 88 | 93 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 267 | 148 | 119 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 895 | 539 | 356 |
Illiterate Population | 542 | 187 | 355 |
Connectivity of Gahana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahana. As per the 2011 stats, Gahana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gahana
Knowing the nearby villages of Gahana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gahana
- Where is Gahana located?
- Gahana village is situated in Khajni Tehsil, within the Gorakhpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gahana?
- Gahana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gahana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahana is 1,437, with 726 males and 711 females.
- How many households are there in Gahana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gahana village has a total of 187 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gahana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahana is 62.28%. The male literacy rate is 74.24%, while the female literacy rate is 50.07%.