Ghatkan

Ghatkan is a village located in Kako subdivision of Jehanabad district in Bihar, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Kako (tehsildar office) and 3km away from district headquarter Jehanabad . As per 2009 stats, Nonhi is the gram panchayat of Ghatkan village.

Ghatkan has its own place in the vibrant Jehanabad 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 Ghatkan

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Ghatkan is 260255. The village spans a total geographical area of 69 hectares. Jehanabad is nearest town to Ghatkan village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 3km away.

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Population of Ghatkan

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,402 732 670
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 230 128 102
Scheduled Castes (SC) 232 121 111
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 908 545 363
Illiterate Population 494 187 307

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

  • The total population of Ghatkan village is around 1,402, including approximately 732 males and 670 females, with a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 230 children aged 0–6 years in Ghatkan village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Ghatkan village has 232 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Ghatkan village is about 64.76%, with male literacy at 74.45% and female literacy at 54.18%.
  • There are around 236 households in Ghatkan village.

Connectivity of Ghatkan

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

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

Nearby Villages of Ghatkan

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

Ainwan Shah Salempur Misir Bigha Nadianwan Hajipur Deoghara Narayanpur Sihti Dachhni Lodipur Dharampur

Frequently Asked Questions about Ghatkan

Where is Ghatkan located?
Ghatkan village is situated in Kako Subdivision, within the Jehanabad district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ghatkan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ghatkan is Nonhi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Ghatkan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Ghatkan is 1,402, with 732 males and 670 females.
How many households are there in Ghatkan as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Ghatkan village has a total of 236 households.
What is the literacy rate in Ghatkan as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Ghatkan is 64.76%. The male literacy rate is 74.45%, while the female literacy rate is 54.18%.