Gaighatta
Gaighatta is a village located in Azamnagar subdivision of Katihar district in Bihar, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Azamnagar (tehsildar office) and 62km away from district headquarter Katihar. As per 2009 stats, Gaygatta is the gram panchayat of Gaighatta village.
Here you can discover what makes Gaighatta unique in its vibrant Azamnagar-Katihar region. You’ll see Gaighatta’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 Gaighatta
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaighatta is 225335. The village spans a total geographical area of 309.1 hectares. Katihar is nearest town to Gaighatta village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 62km away.
Google Map of Gaighatta
Population of Gaighatta
According to the 2011 Census, Gaighatta has a total population of about 3,939, with approximately 2,046 males and 1,893 females. The sex ratio is around 925 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 769 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 5 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 37.19%, with male literacy at about 40.76% and female literacy near 33.33%. There are around 850 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaighatta's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,939 | 2,046 | 1,893 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 769 | 384 | 385 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 5 | 3 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,465 | 834 | 631 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,474 | 1,212 | 1,262 |
Connectivity of Gaighatta
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaighatta. As per the 2011 stats, Gaighatta 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 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaighatta
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaighatta helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaighatta.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaighatta
- Where is Gaighatta located?
- Gaighatta village is situated in Azamnagar Subdivision, within the Katihar district of Bihar, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaighatta?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gaighatta is Gaygatta (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Gaighatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaighatta is 3,939, with 2,046 males and 1,893 females.
- How many households are there in Gaighatta as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaighatta village has a total of 850 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaighatta as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaighatta is 37.19%. The male literacy rate is 40.76%, while the female literacy rate is 33.33%.