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.

Gahana has its own place in the vibrant Gorakhpur 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 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.

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Population of Gahana

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Gahana village is around 1,437, including approximately 726 males and 711 females, with a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 181 children aged 0–6 years in Gahana village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gahana village has 267 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gahana village is about 62.28%, with male literacy at 74.24% and female literacy at 50.07%.
  • There are around 187 households in Gahana village.

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)
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.

Sahulakhor Mahulakhor Jarkataha Gajarnarsingh Machowlee Gajar Jagdish Meusa Gajar Bansman Palahipar Harnahiya Samariya Baree

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%.