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.
Here you can discover what makes Gahni unique in its vibrant Machhlishahr-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Gahni’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 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
According to the 2011 Census, Gahni has a total population of about 1,222, with approximately 604 males and 618 females. The sex ratio is around 1023 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 179 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 93 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 19. The overall literacy rate is approximately 56.96%, with male literacy at about 67.22% and female literacy near 46.93%. There are around 148 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahni's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
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 |
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%.