Gahai

Gahai is a village located in Dhaka subdivision of Purba Champaran district in Bihar, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Dhaka (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Motihari. As per 2009 stats, Barharwa Fateh Mohammed is the gram panchayat of Gahai village.

Gahai has its own place in the vibrant Purba Champaran 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 Gahai

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gahai is 217807. The village spans a total geographical area of 577 hectares. Dhaka is nearest town to Gahai village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 9km away.

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Population of Gahai

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 4,278 2,265 2,013
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 920 460 460
Scheduled Castes (SC) 496 264 232
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 1 1 N/A
Literate Population 1,900 1,278 622
Illiterate Population 2,378 987 1,391

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

  • The total population of Gahai village is around 4,278, including approximately 2,265 males and 2,013 females, with a sex ratio of 888 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 920 children aged 0–6 years in Gahai village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gahai village has 496 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1 person from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gahai village is about 44.41%, with male literacy at 56.42% and female literacy at 30.90%.
  • There are around 796 households in Gahai village.

Connectivity of Gahai

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

Nearby Villages of Gahai

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

Bikrampur Tola Ramji Dube Bisambharpur Karsahia Masaurha Hasanpur Kharhua Chainpur Chand Mohan

Frequently Asked Questions about Gahai

Where is Gahai located?
Gahai village is situated in Dhaka Subdivision, within the Purba Champaran district of Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gahai?
The Gram Panchayat of Gahai is Barharwa Fateh Mohammed (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the population of Gahai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gahai is 4,278, with 2,265 males and 2,013 females.
How many households are there in Gahai as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gahai village has a total of 796 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gahai as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gahai is 44.41%. The male literacy rate is 56.42%, while the female literacy rate is 30.90%.