Gayen

Gayen is a village located in Kharibari subdivision of Darjiling district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.1km away from sub-district headquarter Kharibari. Darjiling is the district headquarter of Gayen village. As per 2009 stats, Buraganj is the gram panchayat of Gayen village.

Gayen has its own place in the vibrant Darjiling region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Gayen

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gayen is 306809. The village spans a total geographical area of 235.93 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 734427. Siliguri is nearest town to Gayen village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 49km away.

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Population of Gayen

Below is a concise population overview of Gayen as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,469 744 725
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 220 114 106
Scheduled Castes (SC) 617 317 300
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 962 539 423
Illiterate Population 507 205 302

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gayen village:

  • The total population of Gayen village is around 1,469, including approximately 744 males and 725 females, with a sex ratio of 974 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 220 children aged 0–6 years in Gayen village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gayen village has 617 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gayen village is about 65.49%, with male literacy at 72.45% and female literacy at 58.34%.
  • There are around 308 households in Gayen village.

Connectivity of Gayen

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gayen. As per the 2011 stats, Gayen had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Private Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Gayen

Knowing the nearby villages of Gayen helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gayen.

Khunia Pukhari Bilakshu Duba Bairagi Rangmuni Debiganja Bhajanpur Chekarmari Banchhabhita Katia Pataram

Frequently Asked Questions about Gayen

Where is Gayen located?
Gayen village is situated in Kharibari Subdivision, within the Darjiling district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gayen?
The Gram Panchayat of Gayen is Buraganj (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gayen?
The pincode of Gayen is 734427, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gayen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gayen is 1,469, with 744 males and 725 females.
How many households are there in Gayen as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gayen village has a total of 308 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gayen as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gayen is 65.49%. The male literacy rate is 72.45%, while the female literacy rate is 58.34%.