Gatwa
Gatwa is a village located in Sakti tehsil of Janjgir Champa district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Sakti (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Janjgir. As per 2009 stats, Sundareli is the gram panchayat of Gatwa village.
Gatwa has its own place in the vibrant Janjgir Champa 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 Gatwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gatwa is 436897. The village spans a total geographical area of 159.18 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493229. Naya Baradwar is nearest town to Gatwa village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gatwa 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 Sakri Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Janjgir Champa Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gatwa
Population of Gatwa
Below is a concise population overview of Gatwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 432 | 221 | 211 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 42 | 21 | 21 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 249 | 126 | 123 |
Literate Population | 255 | 150 | 105 |
Illiterate Population | 177 | 71 | 106 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gatwa village:
- The total population of Gatwa village is around 432, including approximately 221 males and 211 females, with a sex ratio of 954 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 60 children aged 0–6 years in Gatwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gatwa village has 42 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 249 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gatwa village is about 59.03%, with male literacy at 67.87% and female literacy at 49.76%.
- There are around 94 households in Gatwa village.
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) |
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Public Bus Service | Available |
Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 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 Sakti Tehsil, within the Janjgir Champa district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gatwa?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gatwa is Sundareli (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 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 432, with 221 males and 211 females.
- How many households are there in Gatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gatwa village has a total of 94 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gatwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gatwa is 59.03%. The male literacy rate is 67.87%, while the female literacy rate is 49.76%.