Gaitara
Gaitara is a village located in Murwara tehsil of Katni district in Madhya Pradesh, India. It is situated 10km away from Katni, which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Gaitara village. As per 2009 stats, Gaitara village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gaitara unique in its vibrant Murwara-Katni region. You’ll see Gaitara’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 Gaitara
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaitara is 488125. The village spans a total geographical area of 287.13 hectares. Katni is nearest town to Gaitara village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gaitara 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 Murwara Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Khajuraho Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.
Google Map of Gaitara
Population of Gaitara
According to the 2011 Census, Gaitara has a total population of about 1,712, with approximately 884 males and 828 females. The sex ratio is around 936 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 253 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 312 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 125. The overall literacy rate is approximately 64.84%, with male literacy at about 73.30% and female literacy near 55.80%. There are around 383 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaitara's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,712 | 884 | 828 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 136 | 117 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 312 | 158 | 154 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 64 | 61 |
Literate Population | 1,110 | 648 | 462 |
Illiterate Population | 602 | 236 | 366 |
Connectivity of Gaitara
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaitara. As per the 2011 stats, Gaitara had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaitara
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaitara helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaitara.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaitara
- Where is Gaitara located?
- Gaitara village is situated in Murwara Tehsil, within the Katni district of Madhya Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaitara?
- Gaitara serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gaitara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaitara is 1,712, with 884 males and 828 females.
- How many households are there in Gaitara as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaitara village has a total of 383 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaitara as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaitara is 64.84%. The male literacy rate is 73.30%, while the female literacy rate is 55.80%.