Gaighat
Gaighat is a village located in Zamania tehsil of Ghazipur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Zamania (tehsildar office) and 40km away from district headquarter Ghazipur. As per 2009 stats, Gaighat village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gaighat unique in its vibrant Zamania-Ghazipur 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 206570. The village spans a total geographical area of 54.9 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 232329. Ghazipur 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 2,281, with approximately 1,210 males and 1,071 females. The sex ratio is around 885 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 326 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 406 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 65.15%, with male literacy at about 74.96% and female literacy near 54.06%. There are around 294 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 | 2,281 | 1,210 | 1,071 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 326 | 186 | 140 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 406 | 224 | 182 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 1,486 | 907 | 579 |
| Illiterate Population | 795 | 303 | 492 |
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 within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| 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 Zamania Tehsil, within the Ghazipur 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 pincode of Gaighat?
- The pincode of Gaighat is 232329, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gaighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaighat is 2,281, with 1,210 males and 1,071 females.
- How many households are there in Gaighat as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gaighat village has a total of 294 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gaighat as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaighat is 65.15%. The male literacy rate is 74.96%, while the female literacy rate is 54.06%.