Gurgawan
Gurgawan is a village located in Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 1km away from sub-district headquarter Tilhar (tehsildar office) and 29km away from district headquarter Shahjahanpur. As per 2009 stats, Gurgavan is the gram panchayat of Gurgawan village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurgawan unique in its vibrant Tilhar-Shahjahanpur region. You’ll see Gurgawan’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 Gurgawan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurgawan is 133733. The village spans a total geographical area of 97.18 hectares. Tilhar is nearest town to Gurgawan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gurgawan
Population of Gurgawan
According to the 2011 Census, Gurgawan has a total population of about 2,126, with approximately 1,143 males and 983 females. The sex ratio is around 860 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 300 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 439 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 82. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.80%, with male literacy at about 63.52% and female literacy near 53.31%. There are around 382 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurgawan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,126 | 1,143 | 983 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 300 | 158 | 142 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 439 | 234 | 205 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 82 | 38 | 44 |
| Literate Population | 1,250 | 726 | 524 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 417 | 459 |
Connectivity of Gurgawan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurgawan. As per the 2011 stats, Gurgawan 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 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurgawan
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurgawan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurgawan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurgawan
- Where is Gurgawan located?
- Gurgawan village is situated in Tilhar Tehsil, within the Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurgawan?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurgawan is Gurgavan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gurgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurgawan is 2,126, with 1,143 males and 983 females.
- How many households are there in Gurgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurgawan village has a total of 382 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurgawan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurgawan is 58.80%. The male literacy rate is 63.52%, while the female literacy rate is 53.31%.