Gatam
Gatam is a village 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.
Here you can discover what makes Gatam unique in its vibrant Katekalyan-Dakshin Bastar Dantewada region. You’ll see Gatam’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 Gatam
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gatam is 450185. The village spans a total geographical area of 956.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 494449. Bade Bacheli is nearest town to Gatam village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 28km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gatam village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Dantewara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Bastar Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gatam
Population of Gatam
According to the 2011 Census, Gatam has a total population of about 1,204, with approximately 578 males and 626 females. The sex ratio is around 1083 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 238 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 6 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 1,152. The overall literacy rate is approximately 19.27%, with male literacy at about 28.03% and female literacy near 11.18%. There are around 276 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gatam's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,204 | 578 | 626 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 238 | 104 | 134 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,152 | 551 | 601 |
| Literate Population | 232 | 162 | 70 |
| Illiterate Population | 972 | 416 | 556 |
Connectivity of Gatam
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gatam. As per the 2011 stats, Gatam 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 village |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gatam
Knowing the nearby villages of Gatam helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around 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%.