Gatwa
About Gatwa
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gatwa village is 436697. Gatwa village is located in Baloda tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Baloda (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Gatawa is the gram panchayat of Gatwa village.
The total geographical area of village is 318.25 hectares. Gatwa has a total population of 1,130 peoples, out of which male population is 569 while female population is 561. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 985 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gatwa village is 58.05% out of which 72.93% males and 42.96% females are literate. There are about 277 houses in gatwa village. Pincode of gatwa village locality is 495446.
When it comes to administration, Gatwa 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, Gatwa village comes under Akaltara Vidhan Sabha constituency & Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency. Baloda is nearest town to gatwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 25km away.
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Population of Gatwa
The population details of Gatwa cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,130 | 569 | 561 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 159 | 82 | 77 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 13 | 5 | 8 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 471 | 238 | 233 |
| Literate Population | 656 | 415 | 241 |
| Illiterate Population | 474 | 154 | 320 |
Connectivity of Gatwa
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gatwa
Where is Gatwa located?
Gatwa village is situated in Baloda Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gatwa?
The Gram Panchayat of Gatwa is Gatawa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gatwa?
The pincode of Gatwa is 495446, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gatwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gatwa is 1,130, with 569 males and 561 females.
How many households are there in Gatwa as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gatwa village has a total of 277 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gatwa as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gatwa is 58.05%. The male literacy rate is 72.93%, while the female literacy rate is 42.96%.