Gachia

Gachia is a village located in Dhuraiya subdivision of Banka district in Bihar, India. It is situated 3km away from sub-district headquarter Dhuraiya (tehsildar office) and 35km away from district headquarter Banka. As per 2009 stats, Gachiya Basbitta is the gram panchayat of Gachia village.

Gachia has its own place in the vibrant Banka 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 Gachia

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gachia is 241117. The village spans a total geographical area of 61 hectares. Banka is nearest town to Gachia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.

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Population of Gachia

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,505 1,343 1,162
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 477 255 222
Scheduled Castes (SC) 332 172 160
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,199 728 471
Illiterate Population 1,306 615 691

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

  • The total population of Gachia village is around 2,505, including approximately 1,343 males and 1,162 females, with a sex ratio of 865 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 477 children aged 0–6 years in Gachia village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gachia village has 332 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gachia village is about 47.86%, with male literacy at 54.21% and female literacy at 40.53%.
  • There are around 442 households in Gachia village.

Connectivity of Gachia

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gachia. As per the 2011 stats, Gachia 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 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gachia

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

Bhagalpur Rifaetpur Chormara Gungdauri Dhuraia Mahua Kachrati Mathurapur Birnia Dudhsimar Kushmaha Beldiha

Frequently Asked Questions about Gachia

Where is Gachia located?
Gachia village is situated in Dhuraiya Subdivision, within the Banka district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gachia?
The Gram Panchayat of Gachia is Gachiya Basbitta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gachia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gachia is 2,505, with 1,343 males and 1,162 females.
How many households are there in Gachia as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gachia village has a total of 442 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gachia as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gachia is 47.86%. The male literacy rate is 54.21%, while the female literacy rate is 40.53%.