Gatam
About Gatam
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gatam village is 450185. Gatam village is located in Katekalyan tehsil of Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 11km away from sub-district headquarter Katekalyan (tehsildar office) and 28km away from district headquarter Dantewada. As per 2009 stats, Gatam village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 956.31 hectares. Gatam has a total population of 1,204 peoples, out of which male population is 578 while female population is 626. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1083 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gatam village is 19.27% out of which 28.03% males and 11.18% females are literate. There are about 276 houses in gatam village. Pincode of gatam village locality is 494449.
When it comes to administration, Gatam village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Gatam village comes under Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Bastar Lok Sabha constituency. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to gatam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
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Population of Gatam
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,204 | 578 | 626 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 162 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 416 | 556 |
Connectivity of Gatam
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gatam
Frequently Asked Questions about Gatam
Where is Gatam located?
Gatam village is situated in Katekalyan Tehsil, within the Dakshin Bastar Dantewada district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gatam?
Gatam serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Gatam?
The pincode of Gatam is 494449, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gatam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gatam is 1,204, with 578 males and 626 females.
How many households are there in Gatam as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gatam village has a total of 276 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gatam as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gatam is 19.27%. The male literacy rate is 28.03%, while the female literacy rate is 11.18%.