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.

Gajwa has its own place in the vibrant Chatra 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 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.

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Population of Gajwa

Below is a concise population overview of Gajwa as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gajwa village:

  • The total population of Gajwa village is around 2,722, including approximately 1,440 males and 1,282 females, with a sex ratio of 890 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 522 children aged 0–6 years in Gajwa village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gajwa village has 527 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Gajwa village is about 45.85%, with male literacy at 54.51% and female literacy at 36.12%.
  • There are around 438 households in Gajwa village.

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.

Shankarpur Jotdih Sikni Tanrwa Jamua Pathra Durgahi Bishunpur Monya Bodhna Bishunpur Narotampur Jolah Tetaria

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%.