Gathana
Gathana is a village located in Shahganj tehsil of Jaunpur district in Uttar Pradesh, India. It is situated 22km away from sub-district headquarter Shahganj (tehsildar office) and 25km away from district headquarter Jaunpur. As per 2009 stats, Gathana village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Gathana unique in its vibrant Shahganj-Jaunpur region. You’ll see Gathana’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 Gathana
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gathana is 200569. The village spans a total geographical area of 168.46 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 222104. Shahganj is nearest town to Gathana village for all major economic activities.
As per 2019 stats, Gathana village comes under Jaunpur assembly & parliamentary constituency.
Google Map of Gathana
Population of Gathana
According to the 2011 Census, Gathana has a total population of about 1,651, with approximately 829 males and 822 females. The sex ratio is around 991 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 15 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 49.36%, with male literacy at about 59.59% and female literacy near 39.05%. There are around 248 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Gathana's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,651 | 829 | 822 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 253 | 146 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 5 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 815 | 494 | 321 |
| Illiterate Population | 836 | 335 | 501 |
Connectivity of Gathana
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gathana. As per the 2011 stats, Gathana had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Gathana
Knowing the nearby villages of Gathana helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gathana.
Frequently Asked Questions about Gathana
- Where is Gathana located?
- Gathana village is situated in Shahganj Tehsil, within the Jaunpur district of Uttar Pradesh, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Gathana?
- Gathana serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Gathana?
- The pincode of Gathana is 222104, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Gathana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gathana is 1,651, with 829 males and 822 females.
- How many households are there in Gathana as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Gathana village has a total of 248 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Gathana as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gathana is 49.36%. The male literacy rate is 59.59%, while the female literacy rate is 39.05%.