Gaitra
Gaitra is a village located in Palari tehsil of Raipur district in Chhattisgarh, India. It is situated 25km away from sub-district headquarter Palari (tehsildar office) and 65km away from district headquarter Raipur. As per 2009 stats, Gaitra village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gaitra unique in its vibrant Palari-Raipur region. You’ll see Gaitra’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 Gaitra
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaitra is 443905. The village spans a total geographical area of 164.91 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 493551. Palari is nearest town to Gaitra village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 37km away.
Google Map of Gaitra
Population of Gaitra
According to the 2011 Census, Gaitra has a total population of about 1,596, with approximately 803 males and 793 females. The sex ratio is around 987 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 258 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 641 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 216. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.96%, with male literacy at about 70.98% and female literacy near 50.82%. There are around 367 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaitra's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,596 | 803 | 793 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 258 | 136 | 122 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 641 | 322 | 319 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 216 | 105 | 111 |
| Literate Population | 973 | 570 | 403 |
| Illiterate Population | 623 | 233 | 390 |
Connectivity of Gaitra
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaitra. As per the 2011 stats, Gaitra 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 Gaitra
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaitra helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaitra.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaitra
- Where is Gaitra located?
- Gaitra village is situated in Palari Tehsil, within the Raipur district of Chhattisgarh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaitra?
- Gaitra serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gaitra?
- The pincode of Gaitra is 493551, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaitra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaitra is 1,596, with 803 males and 793 females.
- How many households are there in Gaitra as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaitra village has a total of 367 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaitra as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaitra is 60.96%. The male literacy rate is 70.98%, while the female literacy rate is 50.82%.