Gogawan - Gola Gokaran Nath, Kheri
Gogawan is a village situated in the Gola Gokaran Nath tehsil of Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola Gokaran Nath and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Kheri. Gogawan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gogawan is 135468. The village covers a total geographical area of 1059.28 hectares and falls under the 262802 pincode. Kheri is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Gogawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gola gokrannath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kheri Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gogawan
As per Census 2011, Gogawan village has a total population of 4,775 people, consisting of 2,485 males and 2,290 females. The village has 842 households and a sex ratio of 921 females per 1,000 males. There are 756 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,613 literate and 2,162 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,897 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gogawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,775 | 2,485 | 2,290 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 756 | 410 | 346 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,897 | 962 | 935 |
| Literate Population | 2,613 | 1,525 | 1,088 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,162 | 960 | 1,202 |
Nearby Villages of Gogawan
Gogawan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Munda Khurd | South | 2.38 km |
| Govind Pur | North-West | 2.53 km |
| Grant,ahamadabad | North-West | 2.61 km |
| Devariya Aliganj | South-East | 2.87 km |
| Pipariyaganga | South | 3.09 km |
| Rahimnagar Grant | South-West | 3.20 km |
| Rajgarh | North | 3.35 km |
| Gadiyana | North-East | 3.43 km |
| Rudrapur Gulariya | North-East | 3.75 km |
| Bhadera | South | 3.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Gogawan
Gogawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Gola Gokaranath, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 121.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kheri to Gogawan is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kheri to Gogawan is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gogawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gogawan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Gogawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gogawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Gogawan
Where is Gogawan located?
Gogawan village is located in Gola Gokaran Nath Tehsil, Kheri district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gogawan?
Gogawan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gogawan?
The pincode of Gogawan is 262802.
What is the population of Gogawan?
Gogawan has a total population of 4,775, including 2,485 males and 2,290 females.
How many households are there in Gogawan?
There are 842 households in Gogawan.
What is the literacy rate in Gogawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gogawan is 54.72%. Male literacy is 61.37% and female literacy is 47.51%.