Gategaon
Gategaon is a village located in Latur tehsil of Latur district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Latur (tehsildar office) and 22km away from district headquarter Latur. As per 2009 stats, Gategaon village is also a gram panchayat.
Gategaon has its own place in the vibrant Latur 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 Gategaon
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gategaon is 560143. The village spans a total geographical area of 1226 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 413511. Latur is nearest town to Gategaon village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
When it comes to local governance, Gategaon 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 Latur Rural Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Latur 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 Gategaon
Below is a concise population overview of Gategaon 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 | 3,216 | 1,723 | 1,493 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 223 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 963 | 525 | 438 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Literate Population | 2,222 | 1,307 | 915 |
| Illiterate Population | 994 | 416 | 578 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gategaon village:
- The total population of Gategaon village is around 3,216, including approximately 1,723 males and 1,493 females, with a sex ratio of 866 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 399 children aged 0–6 years in Gategaon village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Gategaon village has 963 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 21 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Gategaon village is about 69.09%, with male literacy at 75.86% and female literacy at 61.29%.
- There are around 687 households in Gategaon village.
Connectivity of Gategaon
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gategaon. As per the 2011 stats, Gategaon had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gategaon
Knowing the nearby villages of Gategaon helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gategaon.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gategaon
- Where is Gategaon located?
- Gategaon village is situated in Latur Tehsil, within the Latur district of Maharashtra, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gategaon?
- Gategaon serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gategaon?
- The pincode of Gategaon is 413511, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gategaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gategaon is 3,216, with 1,723 males and 1,493 females.
- How many households are there in Gategaon as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gategaon village has a total of 687 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gategaon as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gategaon is 69.09%. The male literacy rate is 75.86%, while the female literacy rate is 61.29%.