Gatanga
Gatanga is a village located in Samaguri subdivision of Nagaon district in Assam, India. It is situated 9km away from district headquarter Samaguri. Samaguri is the sub-district headquarter of Gatanga village. As per 2009 stats, Gotonga is the gram panchayat of Gatanga village.
Here you can discover what makes Gatanga unique in its vibrant Samaguri-Nagaon region. You’ll see Gatanga’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 Gatanga
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gatanga is 284340. The village spans a total geographical area of 271.55 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 782125. Nagaon is nearest town to Gatanga village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.
Google Map of Gatanga
Population of Gatanga
According to the 2011 Census, Gatanga has a total population of about 1,182, with approximately 586 males and 596 females. The sex ratio is around 1017 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 94 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 249 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 135. The overall literacy rate is approximately 84.60%, with male literacy at about 87.37% and female literacy near 81.88%. There are around 267 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gatanga's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,182 | 586 | 596 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 94 | 43 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 249 | 122 | 127 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 135 | 68 | 67 |
| Literate Population | 1,000 | 512 | 488 |
| Illiterate Population | 182 | 74 | 108 |
Connectivity of Gatanga
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gatanga. As per the 2011 stats, Gatanga 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within village |
Nearby Villages of Gatanga
Knowing the nearby villages of Gatanga helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gatanga.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gatanga
- Where is Gatanga located?
- Gatanga village is situated in Samaguri Subdivision, within the Nagaon district of Assam, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gatanga?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gatanga is Gotonga (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gatanga?
- The pincode of Gatanga is 782125, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gatanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gatanga is 1,182, with 586 males and 596 females.
- How many households are there in Gatanga as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gatanga village has a total of 267 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gatanga as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gatanga is 84.60%. The male literacy rate is 87.37%, while the female literacy rate is 81.88%.