Gaighata

Gaighata is a village located in Jaypur subdivision of Bankura district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 16.2km away from sub-district headquarter Jaypur. Bankura is the district headquarter of Gaighata village. As per 2009 stats, Jagannathpur is the gram panchayat of Gaighata village.

Gaighata has its own place in the vibrant Bankura 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 Gaighata

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Gaighata is 328075. The village spans a total geographical area of 63.42 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 722138. Bishnupur is nearest town to Gaighata village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 11km away.

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Population of Gaighata

Below is a concise population overview of Gaighata as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 451 228 223
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 50 23 27
Scheduled Castes (SC) 2 1 1
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 336 187 149
Illiterate Population 115 41 74

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Gaighata village:

  • The total population of Gaighata village is around 451, including approximately 228 males and 223 females, with a sex ratio of 978 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Gaighata village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Gaighata village has 2 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 2 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Gaighata village is about 74.50%, with male literacy at 82.02% and female literacy at 66.82%.
  • There are around 84 households in Gaighata village.

Connectivity of Gaighata

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Gaighata. As per the 2011 stats, Gaighata 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Gaighata

Knowing the nearby villages of Gaighata helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Gaighata.

Baraaribil Gajipur Makarandapur Shiberdanga Adhakata Parsal Barakura Madhabpur Kharikasuli Jagannathpur Danga Makarandapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Gaighata

Where is Gaighata located?
Gaighata village is situated in Jaypur Subdivision, within the Bankura district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Gaighata?
The Gram Panchayat of Gaighata is Jagannathpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Gaighata?
The pincode of Gaighata is 722138, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Gaighata is 451, with 228 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Gaighata village has a total of 84 households.
What is the literacy rate in Gaighata as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Gaighata is 74.50%. The male literacy rate is 82.02%, while the female literacy rate is 66.82%.