Gajwa
Gajwa is a village located in Pratappur subdivision of Chatra district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 15km away from sub-district headquarter Pratappur (tehsildar office) and 75km away from district headquarter Chatra. As per 2009 stats, Gajwa village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gajwa unique in its vibrant Pratappur-Chatra region. You’ll see Gajwa’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 Gajwa
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gajwa is 348326. The village spans a total geographical area of 744 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 825404. Pratappur is nearest town to Gajwa village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gajwa
Population of Gajwa
According to the 2011 Census, Gajwa has a total population of about 2,722, with approximately 1,440 males and 1,282 females. The sex ratio is around 890 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 522 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 527 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 45.85%, with male literacy at about 54.51% and female literacy near 36.12%. There are around 438 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gajwa's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,722 | 1,440 | 1,282 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 522 | 269 | 253 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 527 | 281 | 246 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,248 | 785 | 463 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,474 | 655 | 819 |
Connectivity of Gajwa
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gajwa. As per the 2011 stats, Gajwa had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gajwa
Knowing the nearby villages of Gajwa helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gajwa.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gajwa
- Where is Gajwa located?
- Gajwa village is situated in Pratappur Subdivision, within the Chatra district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gajwa?
- Gajwa serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gajwa?
- The pincode of Gajwa is 825404, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gajwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gajwa is 2,722, with 1,440 males and 1,282 females.
- How many households are there in Gajwa as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gajwa village has a total of 438 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gajwa as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gajwa is 45.85%. The male literacy rate is 54.51%, while the female literacy rate is 36.12%.