Gigtara
Gigtara is a village located in Mungeli tehsil of Bilaspur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 17km away from sub-district headquarter Mungeli (tehsildar office) and 67km away from district headquarter Bilaspur. As per 2009 stats, Damapur Chh is the gram panchayat of Gigtara village.
Here you can discover what makes Gigtara unique in its vibrant Mungeli-Bilaspur region. You’ll see Gigtara’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 Gigtara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gigtara is 438100. The village spans a total geographical area of 82.54 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 495334. Mungeli is nearest town to Gigtara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 17km away.
Google Map of Gigtara
Population of Gigtara
According to the 2011 Census, Gigtara has a total population of about 309, with approximately 160 males and 149 females. The sex ratio is around 931 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 36 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 126 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 52.75%, with male literacy at about 64.38% and female literacy near 40.27%. There are around 72 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gigtara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 309 | 160 | 149 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 18 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 126 | 60 | 66 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 163 | 103 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 146 | 57 | 89 |
Connectivity of Gigtara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gigtara. As per the 2011 stats, Gigtara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gigtara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gigtara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gigtara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gigtara
- Where is Gigtara located?
- Gigtara village is situated in Mungeli Tehsil, within the Bilaspur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gigtara?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gigtara is Damapur Chh (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gigtara?
- The pincode of Gigtara is 495334, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gigtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gigtara is 309, with 160 males and 149 females.
- How many households are there in Gigtara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gigtara village has a total of 72 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gigtara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gigtara is 52.75%. The male literacy rate is 64.38%, while the female literacy rate is 40.27%.