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.
Gaitara has its own place in the vibrant Katni 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 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
Below is a concise population overview of Gaitara 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 | 1,712 | 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 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaitara village:
- The total population of Gaitara village is around 1,712, including approximately 884 males and 828 females, with a sex ratio of 936 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 253 children aged 0–6 years in Gaitara village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gaitara village has 312 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 125 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gaitara village is about 64.84%, with male literacy at 73.30% and female literacy at 55.80%.
- There are around 383 households in Gaitara village.
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.