Gaighat
Gaighat is a village located in Chakia tehsil of Chandauli district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 19km away from sub-district headquarter Chakia (tehsildar office) and 64km away from district headquarter Chandauli. As per 2009 stats, Gaighat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gaighat unique in its vibrant Chakia-Chandauli region. You’ll see Gaighat’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 Gaighat
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaighat is 207951. The village spans a total geographical area of 192.25 hectares. Chakia is nearest town to Gaighat village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Gaighat
Population of Gaighat
According to the 2011 Census, Gaighat has a total population of about 1,453, with approximately 770 males and 683 females. The sex ratio is around 887 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 242 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 451 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 8. The overall literacy rate is approximately 60.43%, with male literacy at about 69.61% and female literacy near 50.07%. There are around 243 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gaighat's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,453 | 770 | 683 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 242 | 129 | 113 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 451 | 231 | 220 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 878 | 536 | 342 |
| Illiterate Population | 575 | 234 | 341 |
Connectivity of Gaighat
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaighat. As per the 2011 stats, Gaighat had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available |
| Private Bus Service | Available |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gaighat
Knowing the nearby villages of Gaighat helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaighat.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gaighat
- Where is Gaighat located?
- Gaighat village is situated in Chakia Tehsil, within the Chandauli district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gaighat?
- Gaighat serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the population of Gaighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaighat is 1,453, with 770 males and 683 females.
- How many households are there in Gaighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaighat village has a total of 243 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaighat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaighat is 60.43%. The male literacy rate is 69.61%, while the female literacy rate is 50.07%.