Gitikenda

Gitikenda is a village located in Noamundi subdivision of Pashchimi Singhbhum district in Jharkhand, India. It is situated 16km away from sub-district headquarter Noamundi (tehsildar office) and 56km away from district headquarter Chaibasa. As per 2009 stats, Pokharpi is the gram panchayat of Gitikenda village.

Gitikenda has its own place in the vibrant Pashchimi Singhbhum 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 Gitikenda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gitikenda is 377867. The village spans a total geographical area of 501.31 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 833218. Noamundi is nearest town to Gitikenda village for all major economic activities.

When it comes to local governance, Gitikenda 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 Jaganathpur Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Singhbhum Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Gitikenda

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 658 331 327
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 153 82 71
Scheduled Castes (SC) N/A N/A N/A
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 656 331 325
Literate Population 217 139 78
Illiterate Population 441 192 249

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

  • The total population of Gitikenda village is around 658, including approximately 331 males and 327 females, with a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 153 children aged 0–6 years in Gitikenda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gitikenda village has 656 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gitikenda village is about 32.98%, with male literacy at 41.99% and female literacy at 23.85%.
  • There are around 135 households in Gitikenda village.

Connectivity of Gitikenda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gitikenda. As per the 2011 stats, Gitikenda 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 Gitikenda

Knowing the nearby villages of Gitikenda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gitikenda.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gitikenda

Where is Gitikenda located?
Gitikenda village is situated in Noamundi Subdivision, within the Pashchimi Singhbhum district of Jharkhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gitikenda?
The Gram Panchayat of Gitikenda is Pokharpi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gitikenda?
The pincode of Gitikenda is 833218, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gitikenda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gitikenda is 658, with 331 males and 327 females.
How many households are there in Gitikenda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gitikenda village has a total of 135 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gitikenda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gitikenda is 32.98%. The male literacy rate is 41.99%, while the female literacy rate is 23.85%.