Gaga - Peterwar, Bokaro
Gaga is a village situated in the Peterwar subdivision of Bokaro district, Jharkhand. It is located approximately 11 km from the tehsil headquarters in Peterwar and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Bokaro. Arjuba serves as the Gram Panchayat for Gaga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Gaga is 362422. The village covers a total geographical area of 1150.62 hectares and falls under the 829121 pincode.
Gaga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gomiya Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Giridih Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Gaga
As per Census 2011, Gaga village has a total population of 2,002 people, consisting of 1,030 males and 972 females. The village has 383 households and a sex ratio of 943 females per 1,000 males. There are 338 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 921 literate and 1,081 illiterate residents. Additionally, 475 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 643 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Gaga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,002 | 1,030 | 972 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 338 | 177 | 161 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 475 | 235 | 240 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 643 | 328 | 315 |
| Literate Population | 921 | 568 | 353 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,081 | 462 | 619 |
Nearby Villages of Gaga
Gaga is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Gaga
Gaga is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Bokaro to Gaga is about 56 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Gaga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Gaga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Gaga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Gaga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Gaga
Where is Gaga located?
Gaga village is located in Peterwar Subdivision, Bokaro district, Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaga?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaga is Arjuba.
What is the pincode of Gaga?
The pincode of Gaga is 829121.
What is the population of Gaga?
Gaga has a total population of 2,002, including 1,030 males and 972 females.
How many households are there in Gaga?
There are 383 households in Gaga.
What is the literacy rate in Gaga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Gaga is 46.00%. Male literacy is 55.15% and female literacy is 36.32%.