Gagnabad

Gagnabad is a village located in Kashipur subdivision of Puruliya district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 11.4km away from sub-district headquarter Kashipur (tehsildar office) and 42.9km away from district headquarter Purulia. As per 2009 stats, Gagnabad village is also a gram panchayat.

Gagnabad has its own place in the vibrant Puruliya 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 Gagnabad

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gagnabad is 330636. The village spans a total geographical area of 553.61 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 723121. R.n. Pur is nearest town to Gagnabad village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 20km away.

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Population of Gagnabad

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,628 1,390 1,238
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 272 141 131
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,178 608 570
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 132 71 61
Literate Population 1,706 1,003 703
Illiterate Population 922 387 535

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

  • The total population of Gagnabad village is around 2,628, including approximately 1,390 males and 1,238 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 272 children aged 0–6 years in Gagnabad village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gagnabad village has 1,178 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 132 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gagnabad village is about 64.92%, with male literacy at 72.16% and female literacy at 56.79%.
  • There are around 561 households in Gagnabad village.

Connectivity of Gagnabad

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gagnabad. As per the 2011 stats, Gagnabad 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 Gagnabad

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Gagnabad

Where is Gagnabad located?
Gagnabad village is situated in Kashipur Subdivision, within the Puruliya district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gagnabad?
Gagnabad serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gagnabad?
The pincode of Gagnabad is 723121, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gagnabad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gagnabad is 2,628, with 1,390 males and 1,238 females.
How many households are there in Gagnabad as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gagnabad village has a total of 561 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gagnabad as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gagnabad is 64.92%. The male literacy rate is 72.16%, while the female literacy rate is 56.79%.