Gahni
Gahni is a village located in Machhlishahr tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Machhlishahr (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Gahni village is also a gram panchayat.
Gahni has its own place in the vibrant Jaunpur 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 Gahni
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahni is 201490. The village spans a total geographical area of 222.08 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 222135. Machhlishahr is nearest town to Gahni village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 12km away.
Google Map of Gahni
Population of Gahni
Below is a concise population overview of Gahni as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,222 | 604 | 618 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 100 | 79 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 54 | 39 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 19 | 6 | 13 |
Literate Population | 696 | 406 | 290 |
Illiterate Population | 526 | 198 | 328 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gahni village:
- The total population of Gahni village is around 1,222, including approximately 604 males and 618 females, with a sex ratio of 1023 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 179 children aged 0–6 years in Gahni village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gahni village has 93 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 19 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gahni village is about 56.96%, with male literacy at 67.22% and female literacy at 46.93%.
- There are around 148 households in Gahni village.
Connectivity of Gahni
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gahni. As per the 2011 stats, Gahni 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 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gahni
Knowing the nearby villages of Gahni helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gahni.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gahni
- Where is Gahni located?
- Gahni village is situated in Machhlishahr Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gahni?
- Gahni serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gahni?
- The pincode of Gahni is 222135, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gahni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahni is 1,222, with 604 males and 618 females.
- How many households are there in Gahni as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gahni village has a total of 148 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gahni as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahni is 56.96%. The male literacy rate is 67.22%, while the female literacy rate is 46.93%.