Gathgaon
Gathgaon is a village located in Mahuadanr subdivision of Latehar district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 20km away from sub-district headquarter Mahuadanr (tehsildar office) and 150km away from district headquarter Latehar. As per 2009 stats, Chatakpur is the gram panchayat of Gathgaon village.
Gathgaon has its own place in the vibrant Latehar 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 Gathgaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gathgaon is 367066. The village spans a total geographical area of 566 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 822126. Mahuadanr is nearest town to Gathgaon village for all major economic activities.
When it comes to local governance, Gathgaon village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Manika Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Chatra Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gathgaon
Population of Gathgaon
Below is a concise population overview of Gathgaon as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,465 | 777 | 688 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 217 | 117 | 100 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 49 | 24 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,032 | 555 | 477 |
| Literate Population | 865 | 523 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 600 | 254 | 346 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gathgaon village:
- The total population of Gathgaon village is around 1,465, including approximately 777 males and 688 females, with a sex ratio of 885 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 217 children aged 0–6 years in Gathgaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gathgaon village has 49 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 1,032 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gathgaon village is about 59.04%, with male literacy at 67.31% and female literacy at 49.71%.
- There are around 255 households in Gathgaon village.
Connectivity of Gathgaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gathgaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gathgaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gathgaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gathgaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gathgaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gathgaon
- Where is Gathgaon located?
- Gathgaon village is situated in Mahuadanr Subdivision, within the Latehar district of Jharkhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gathgaon?
- The Gram Panchayat of Gathgaon is Chatakpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Gathgaon?
- The pincode of Gathgaon is 822126, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gathgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gathgaon is 1,465, with 777 males and 688 females.
- How many households are there in Gathgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gathgaon village has a total of 255 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gathgaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gathgaon is 59.04%. The male literacy rate is 67.31%, while the female literacy rate is 49.71%.