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.

Here you can discover what makes Gahai unique in its vibrant Dhaka-Purba Champaran region. You’ll see Gahai’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 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

According to the 2011 Census, Gahai has a total population of about 4,278, with approximately 2,265 males and 2,013 females. The sex ratio is around 888 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 920 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 496 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population includes 1 person. The overall literacy rate is approximately 44.41%, with male literacy at about 56.42% and female literacy near 30.90%. There are around 796 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gahai's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

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

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.

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%.