Gadaghat
Gadaghat is a village located in Patan tehsil of Jabalpur district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 4km away from sub-district headquarter Patan (tehsildar office) and 34km away from district headquarter Jabalpur. As per 2009 stats, Gadaghat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gadaghat unique in its vibrant Patan-Jabalpur region. You’ll see Gadaghat’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 Gadaghat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gadaghat is 489550. The village spans a total geographical area of 922.19 hectares. Patan is nearest town to Gadaghat village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 4km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gadaghat 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 Patan Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Jabalpur Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gadaghat
Population of Gadaghat
According to the 2011 Census, Gadaghat has a total population of about 2,915, with approximately 1,517 males and 1,398 females. The sex ratio is around 921 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 404 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 523 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 67. The overall literacy rate is approximately 58.42%, with male literacy at about 66.78% and female literacy near 49.36%. There are around 600 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gadaghat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,915 | 1,517 | 1,398 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 404 | 216 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 523 | 276 | 247 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 67 | 41 | 26 |
| Literate Population | 1,703 | 1,013 | 690 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,212 | 504 | 708 |
Connectivity of Gadaghat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gadaghat. As per the 2011 stats, Gadaghat 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 Gadaghat
Knowing the nearby villages of Gadaghat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gadaghat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gadaghat
- Where is Gadaghat located?
- Gadaghat village is situated in Patan Tehsil, within the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gadaghat?
- Gadaghat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gadaghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gadaghat is 2,915, with 1,517 males and 1,398 females.
- How many households are there in Gadaghat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gadaghat village has a total of 600 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gadaghat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gadaghat is 58.42%. The male literacy rate is 66.78%, while the female literacy rate is 49.36%.