Gurgawn
Gurgawn is a village located in Tilhar tehsil of Shahjahanpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Tilhar (tehsildar office) and 17km away from district headquarter Shahjahanpur. As per 2009 stats, Gurgawan is the gram panchayat of Gurgawn village.
Here you can discover what makes Gurgawn unique in its vibrant Tilhar-Shahjahanpur region. You’ll see Gurgawn’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 Gurgawn
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gurgawn is 133936. The village spans a total geographical area of 339.29 hectares. Shahjahanpur is nearest town to Gurgawn village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Gurgawn
Population of Gurgawn
According to the 2011 Census, Gurgawn has a total population of about 2,082, with approximately 1,126 males and 956 females. The sex ratio is around 849 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 362 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 554 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 46.59%, with male literacy at about 52.40% and female literacy near 39.75%. There are around 357 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gurgawn's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,082 | 1,126 | 956 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 362 | 188 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 554 | 310 | 244 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 970 | 590 | 380 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,112 | 536 | 576 |
Connectivity of Gurgawn
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gurgawn. As per the 2011 stats, Gurgawn had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within <5 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gurgawn
Knowing the nearby villages of Gurgawn helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gurgawn.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gurgawn
- Where is Gurgawn located?
- Gurgawn village is situated in Tilhar Tehsil, within the Shahjahanpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gurgawn?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gurgawn is Gurgawan (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gurgawn as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gurgawn is 2,082, with 1,126 males and 956 females.
- How many households are there in Gurgawn as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gurgawn village has a total of 357 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gurgawn as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gurgawn is 46.59%. The male literacy rate is 52.40%, while the female literacy rate is 39.75%.