Gatwa
Gatwa is a village located in Champa tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 35km away from sub-district headquarter Champa (tehsildar office) and 43km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Gatwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gatwa unique in its vibrant Champa-Janjgir Champa region. You’ll see Gatwa’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 Gatwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gatwa is 436884. The village spans a total geographical area of 202.84 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493229. Champa is nearest town to Gatwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 35km away.
Google Map of Gatwa
Population of Gatwa
According to the 2011 Census, Gatwa has a total population of about 1,066, with approximately 515 males and 551 females. The sex ratio is around 1069 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 148 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 65 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 56.19%, with male literacy at about 67.96% and female literacy near 45.19%. There are around 194 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gatwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,066 | 515 | 551 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 148 | 65 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 32 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 599 | 350 | 249 |
| Illiterate Population | 467 | 165 | 302 |
Connectivity of Gatwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gatwa. As per the 2011 stats, Gatwa 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 Gatwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Gatwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gatwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gatwa
- Where is Gatwa located?
- Gatwa village is situated in Champa Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gatwa?
- Gatwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gatwa?
- The pincode of Gatwa is 493229, 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 1,066, with 515 males and 551 females.
- How many households are there in Gatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gatwa village has a total of 194 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gatwa is 56.19%. The male literacy rate is 67.96%, while the female literacy rate is 45.19%.