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.

Gigtara has its own place in the vibrant Bilaspur 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 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.

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Population of Gigtara

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

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

  • The total population of Gigtara village is around 309, including approximately 160 males and 149 females, with a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 36 children aged 0–6 years in Gigtara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gigtara village has 126 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gigtara village is about 52.75%, with male literacy at 64.38% and female literacy at 40.27%.
  • There are around 72 households in Gigtara village.

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.

Chamari Boda Ramaipur Jujharbhata Baharpur Budhwara Laikdum Khamharia Dullapur Sonpuri Motimpur

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%.