Gajta
About Gajta
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Gajta village is 026267. Gajta village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 74km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Gajta village. As per 2009 stats, Darkoti is the gram panchayat of Gajta village.
The total geographical area of village is 59.28 hectares. Gajta has a total population of 113 peoples, out of which male population is 56 while female population is 57. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1017 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of gajta village is 69.03% out of which 73.21% males and 64.91% females are literate. There are about 28 houses in gajta village. Pincode of gajta village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Gajta 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, Gajta village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to gajta village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Gajta
The population details of Gajta 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 | 113 | 56 | 57 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 78 | 41 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 35 | 15 | 20 |
Connectivity of Gajta
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Gajta
Where is Gajta located?
Gajta village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gajta?
The Gram Panchayat of Gajta is Darkoti (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gajta?
The pincode of Gajta is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gajta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajta is 113, with 56 males and 57 females.
How many households are there in Gajta as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gajta village has a total of 28 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gajta as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajta is 69.03%. The male literacy rate is 73.21%, while the female literacy rate is 64.91%.