Gagalwa - Tamkuhi Raj, Kushinagar
Gagalwa is a village situated in the Tamkuhi Raj tehsil of Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Tamkuhi Raj and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Kushinagar. Gagalwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gagalwa is 189542. The village covers a total geographical area of 111.15 hectares and falls under the 274302 pincode. Kushinagar is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Gagalwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Fazilnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Deoria Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gagalwa
As per Census 2011, Gagalwa village has a total population of 1,744 people, consisting of 899 males and 845 females. The village has 273 households and a sex ratio of 939 females per 1,000 males. There are 264 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 972 literate and 772 illiterate residents. Additionally, 403 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 85 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gagalwa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,744 | 899 | 845 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 149 | 115 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 403 | 192 | 211 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 85 | 46 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 972 | 603 | 369 |
| Illiterate Population | 772 | 296 | 476 |
Nearby Villages of Gagalwa
Gagalwa is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gagalwa
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Gagalwa.
| 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 Kushinagar to Gagalwa is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Kushinagar to Gagalwa is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gagalwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gagalwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Gagalwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gagalwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Gagalwa
Where is Gagalwa located?
Gagalwa village is located in Tamkuhi Raj Tehsil, Kushinagar district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagalwa?
Gagalwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Gagalwa?
The pincode of Gagalwa is 274302.
What is the population of Gagalwa?
Gagalwa has a total population of 1,744, including 899 males and 845 females.
How many households are there in Gagalwa?
There are 273 households in Gagalwa.
What is the literacy rate in Gagalwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gagalwa is 55.73%. Male literacy is 67.07% and female literacy is 43.67%.